Sommer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sommer originates from the Germanic word for 'summer', reflecting warmth and brightness. It has evolved through various forms in the German language and is commonly associated with positive traits. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sommer"
Pronunciation
/ˈsʌmər/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Sommer is derived from the German word for 'summer', which refers to the warmest season of the year.
Meaning
summer
Language Evolution
Sommer (Middle High German), Sommer (Old High German), Sommer (Modern German)
Historical Usage
The name Sommer gained popularity as a surname in Germany and has been used as a given name in various cultures, especially in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Sommerfeld, Somers, Sommerlin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sommer is often perceived as a cheerful and vibrant name associated with warmth and positivity.
Famous People
Sommer Ray (social media influencer), Sommer P. (author)
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 464 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sommer"
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 "Sommer"
"Sommer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1108th of 19264 | 1,745 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1179th of 27321 | 2,222 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1848th of 35406 | 1,693 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4355th of 30306 | 393 |
Regional Popularity of "Sommer" 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 "Sommer" 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) |
30.10% 884th/2937 |
41.75% 1454th/3483 |
25.61% 901st/3518 |
21.71% 878th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.36% 1082nd/3685 |
48.22% 2158th/4475 |
18.87% 980th/5194 |
21.58% 1363rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.56% 1263rd/4582 |
45.64% 2357th/5164 |
24.86% 1818th/7313 |
39.23% 2928th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.13% 4784th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Sommer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sommer" 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 "Sommer" in the United States
The name Sommer is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Sommer 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, 'Sommer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1108th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1179th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1848th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4355th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sommer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.