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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAHZ-mo //ˈkɒz.moʊ//
Origin: Greek; Italian
Meaning: Greek: order; Italian: cosmos, universe
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cosmo has its roots in the Greek word 'kosmos,' meaning 'order,' 'universe,' or 'world.' This term was used in ancient philosophical contexts to describe the harmonious arrangement of the universe. The name was adopted into Latin as 'Cosmus,' which was later translated into various forms in different languages, including Italian and Spanish.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of these languages, particularly during the Renaissance when classical names gained popularity in Europe. Historically, the name Cosmo is notably associated with Saint Cosmas, a Christian martyr and physician who lived in the 3rd century.
He is often commemorated alongside his twin brother Damian, and their feast day is celebrated on September 26. The veneration of Saint Cosmas and Damian contributed to the name's usage in Christian contexts, particularly in Italy and other parts of Europe.
Additionally, the name gained prominence through figures such as Cosimo de' Medici, a key patron of the arts and culture in Renaissance Florence during the 15th century, which further solidified its cultural significance. Culturally, the name Cosmo has been linked to themes of order and harmony, reflecting its etymological roots.
It has been used in various artistic and literary works, symbolizing a connection to the cosmos and the broader universe. The name also has a diminutive form, 'Cosimo,' which is used in Italian-speaking regions, maintaining the same historical and cultural associations.
Overall, the name Cosmo embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural resonance, reflecting its enduring significance throughout history.
Famous people named Cosmo
In this section, you will find notable people named Cosmo. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Cosmo who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Cosmo who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Cosmo Kramer is a fictional character best known for his role in the television series Seinfeld.
Cosmo Wilson is a musician best known for his work with the band The Cosmo Band.
Fictional characters named Cosmo
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Cosmo is a fictional character from the animated television series The Fairly OddParents. He is one of Timmy Turner's fairy godparents who grants him wishes, often leading to chaotic and humorous situations.
Cosmo is a fictional character from the video game series Jet Set Radio. They are a member of the GG gang, known for their graffiti skills and rebellious spirit.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cosmo was first seen in the United States in 1910.
Cosmo has ranked as high as #3469 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Cosmo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cosmo is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cosmo was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cosmo.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 80 | 80 | 0 |
| 2024 | 99 | 99 | 0 |
| 2023 | 94 | 94 | 0 |
| 2022 | 105 | 99 | 6 |
| 2021 | 78 | 78 | 0 |
| 2020 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2019 | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| 2018 | 41 | 41 | 0 |
| 2017 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 2016 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 2015 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2013 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2012 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2011 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2010 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2009 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2008 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2007 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2006 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 2005 | 41 | 41 | 0 |
| 2004 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2003 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2002 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2001 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2000 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1999 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1998 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1997 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1996 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1995 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1994 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1993 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1992 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1991 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1990 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1989 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1988 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1987 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1986 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1984 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1983 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1982 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1981 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1979 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1978 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1975 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1974 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1973 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1972 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1971 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1970 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1969 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1966 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1965 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1964 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1963 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1962 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1961 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1960 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1959 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1958 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1957 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1956 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1955 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1954 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1953 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1952 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1951 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1950 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1949 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1948 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1947 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1946 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1945 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1944 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1943 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1942 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 1941 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1940 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1939 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1938 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1937 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1936 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1935 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1934 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1933 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 1932 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1931 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 1930 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 1929 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1928 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 1927 | 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 1926 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| 1925 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| 1924 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| 1923 | 47 | 47 | 0 |
| 1922 | 40 | 40 | 0 |
| 1921 | 54 | 54 | 0 |
| 1920 | 40 | 40 | 0 |
| 1919 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 1918 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 1917 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1916 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1915 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 1914 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1913 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1912 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1911 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1910 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Cosmo (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |