Memphis: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child of the enduring and beautiful city.
- Origin
- American
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #458
- Peak
- #432 in 2019
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Memphis Means
Memphis is a boy name of American origin. A child of the enduring and beautiful city.
How Popular Memphis Is
Memphis currently ranks #458 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #432 in 2019. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Memphis
- Memphis peaked at #432 in the U.S. in 2019.
- Memphis is a modern American-coined name.
- It has a fresh, modern feel that appeals to today's parents.
Names Like Memphis
Other American names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Memphis
American names that pair well as a brother or sister to Memphis.
Questions About Memphis
What does Memphis mean?
Memphis is a boy name of American origin. A child of the enduring and beautiful city.
How popular is Memphis?
Memphis currently ranks #458 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #432 in 2019. It has held steady.
Where does Memphis come from?
Memphis comes from American roots. Memphis peaked at #432 in the U.S. in 2019.
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