Imogen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Imogen is a name of Celtic origin, meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter'. It evolved from the Old Celtic word 'inghean' and became popular in the 17th century, particularly through Shakespeare's use in 'Cymbeline'. The name carries traits of creativity and individuality, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Imogen"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪməʤən/
Origin
Celtic
Etymology
The name Imogen is believed to derive from the Old Celtic word 'inghean', meaning 'daughter' or 'maiden'. It gained popularity in the 17th century, particularly due to its use in literature.
Meaning
maiden, daughter
Language Evolution
Inghean, Imogen
Historical Usage
Imogen gained popularity in the 17th century, especially after being used by playwright William Shakespeare in his work 'Cymbeline'.
Variants & Derivatives
Imogene, Immy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Imogen is perceived as a classic yet modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Imogen Poots, Imogen Heap
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Imogen Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 214 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 27 US states, with strongest presence in Washington
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Imogen"
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 of "Imogen"
"Imogen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6096th of 9107 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18043rd of 27321 | 24 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2983rd of 35406 | 851 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1353rd of 30306 | 2,052 |
Regional Popularity of "Imogen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Imogen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
69.03% 3163rd/4582 |
46.80% 2417th/5164 |
51.10% 3737th/7313 |
33.47% 2498th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.57% 1218th/3984 |
27.84% 1249th/4487 |
25.89% 1766th/6822 |
18.34% 1151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Imogen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Imogen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Imogen" in the United States
The name Imogen is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Imogen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Imogen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6096th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18043rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2983rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1353rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Imogen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.