Crimson Unisex

Popularity: #894 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationKRIM-zuhn / /ˈkrɪm.zən/

English; Latin

Meaning

Crimson (English); deep red (Latin)

Historical & Cultural Background

In English, 'Crimson' refers to a deep red color, often associated with passion and intensity. The Latin root 'carmesinus' also denotes a rich red hue, historically linked to dyes and textiles in ancient cultures. The name evokes imagery of vibrant landscapes and strong emotions.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Crimson was first seen in the United States in 1998. Crimson has ranked as high as #1379 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Alabama, Tennessee, Texas, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Crimson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Crimson (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19987
20005
20015
20025
20049
20059
200612
200712
200813
200916
201022
201111
201232
201318
201439
201537
201644
201738
201830
201932
202030
202125
202229
202329
202430