Ensign Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationEN-sin / ˈɛn.sɪn

English; Latin

Meaning

English: naval officer; Latin: standard bearer

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Ensign is derived from the English word for a junior rank in the navy. It is also linked to the Latin term for a standard bearer, a person who carries a flag or banner. The use of the term in military contexts has historical significance, particularly in naval traditions. As a given name, it is relatively uncommon and may reflect a connection to maritime heritage.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Ensign was first seen in the United States in 1963. Ensign has ranked as high as #1139 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Ensign has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
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