Destiny Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDES-tin-ee / /ˈdɛs.tɪ.ni/English; Latin
Meaning
English: fate; Latin: destiny
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Destiny has gained popularity in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century. It is often associated with a sense of purpose or fate. The name is sometimes used for both genders, though it is more commonly given to girls. Its usage reflects a broader trend of using nature and abstract concepts as names.
Trend Summary
The name Destiny has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Destiny was first seen in the United States in 1975. Destiny has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Texas, and West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Destiny has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Destiny (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |