Promise: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A pledge of hope and devotion.
Promise as a Girl Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #855
- Peak
- #849 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 Promise Means
Promise is a girl name of English origin. A pledge of hope and devotion.
How Popular Promise Is
Promise currently ranks #855 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #849 in 2019. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Promise
- At its most popular, Promise reached #849 in the U.S. in 2019.
- Promise is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a fresh, modern feel that appeals to today's parents.
Promise as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #4077
- Peak
- #3956 in 2019
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Promise Means
Promise is a unisex name of English origin. A sacred vow, full of hope and commitment.
How Popular Promise Is
Promise currently ranks #4077 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3956 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Promise
- Promise is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Promise is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Promise
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Promise
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Promise.
Questions About Promise
What does Promise mean?
Promise is a girl name of English origin. A pledge of hope and devotion.
How popular is Promise?
Promise currently ranks #855 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #849 in 2019. It has held steady.
Where does Promise come from?
Promise comes from English roots. At its most popular, Promise reached #849 in the U.S. in 2019.
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