UnisexGreek origin

Indigo: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A name drawn from the deep blue-violet dye, Indigo is as rich and vibrant as the color it represents.

Origin
Greek
Syllables
3
Current rank
#810
Peak
#780 in 2021

Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

2010: #120020102015: #95020152020: #79520202024: #8102024#1#1200

What Indigo Means

Indigo is a unisex name of Greek origin. A name drawn from the deep blue-violet dye, Indigo is as rich and vibrant as the color it represents.

How Popular Indigo Is

Indigo currently ranks #810 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #780 in 2021. It has held steady.

Good to Know About Indigo

  • Indigo dye has been used for over 6,000 years, making it one of the oldest known colorants.
  • The 'indigo children' concept of the 1990s briefly boosted interest in this name.
  • Rider Strong named his son Indigo, adding celebrity appeal.

Names Like Indigo

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Sibling Names for Indigo

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Questions About Indigo

What does Indigo mean?

Indigo is a unisex name of Greek origin. A name drawn from the deep blue-violet dye, Indigo is as rich and vibrant as the color it represents.

How popular is Indigo?

Indigo currently ranks #810 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #780 in 2021. It has held steady.

Where does Indigo come from?

Indigo comes from Greek roots. Indigo dye has been used for over 6,000 years, making it one of the oldest known colorants.

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