Girl · 83rd of 35,406
Autumn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
143,464
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1998
Peak Popularity Year
4,214
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Autumn stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name 'Autumn' originates from the Latin word 'autumnus', meaning 'fall' or 'harvest'. It evolved through Old French and Middle English forms before becoming popular as a given name in the late 20th century. It is associated with nature and evokes positive imagery. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːtəm/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name 'Autumn' comes from the Latin word 'autumnus', which means 'fall' or 'harvest'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to denote the season.
Meaning
fall, harvest
Language Evolution
autumnus (Latin), autumne (Old French), autumn (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name 'Autumn' gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 20th century as a given name, particularly for girls, reflecting a trend of using nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Autumna, Autumne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, 'Autumn' is perceived positively as a name associated with warmth, beauty, and the changing seasons. It evokes imagery of nature and is often used in a poetic context.
Famous People
Autumn Reeser, an American actress, Autumn Phillips, a member of the British royal family
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,214 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5093rd of 10718 | 64 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6816th of 16616 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8895th of 24088 | 106 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9776th of 23106 | 78 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3742nd of 9107 | 106 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3285th of 9204 | 140 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1527th of 12526 | 882 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 385th of 19264 | 9,429 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 166th of 27321 | 28,375 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 83rd of 35406 | 61,687 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 76th of 30306 | 42,515 |