Egypt Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-gipt / /ˈiːɡɪpt/English; Ancient Egyptian
Meaning
land of the Nile (Ancient Egyptian); country (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Egypt derives from the Ancient Egyptian word 'Kemet,' meaning 'black land,' referring to the fertile soil along the Nile River. In English, it refers to the modern nation-state known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The name evokes images of ancient civilizations, pyramids, and significant historical events.
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Famous people named Egypt
Egypt Sherrod — television and radio personality.
Egypt Criss — musician and reality TV star.
Fictional characters named Egypt
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Egypt was first seen in the United States in 1993. Egypt has ranked as high as #1307 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Egypt has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Egypt (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2018 | 65 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 86 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 35 |