Girl · 313th of 27,321
Randi
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
30,763
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1982
Peak Popularity Year
1,109
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Randi 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
Randi is an Old Norse name meaning 'shield defender', evolving from Randvér to its modern form. It reflects traits of strength and protection, with no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with modern independence.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈrændi/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Randi is derived from the Old Norse name 'Randvér', which combines 'rand' meaning 'shield' and 'vér' meaning 'defender'. This reflects a warrior-associated meaning.
Meaning
shield defender
Language Evolution
Randvér (Old Norse), Randi (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Randi gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Scandinavian countries and has since spread to other regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Randa, Randy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Randi is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Randi Zuckerberg, entrepreneur and author, Randi Rhodes, radio talk show host
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl 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 1,109 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Washington
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 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1673rd of 7552 | 417 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2368th of 10718 | 263 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3136th of 16616 | 289 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7057th of 24088 | 157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2500th of 9204 | 226 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 525th of 12526 | 5,987 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 528th of 19264 | 5,818 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 313th of 27321 | 13,668 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1169th of 35406 | 3,154 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2696th of 30306 | 774 |