Fawkes Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationfawks / fɔːks

English; Latin

Meaning

English: fox; Latin: firebrand

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Fawkes is derived from the Old English word for 'fox', which symbolizes cunning and adaptability. It is also associated with Guy Fawkes, a historical figure known for his involvement in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 in England. The name has gained cultural significance due to the annual Guy Fawkes Night celebrations in the UK, commemorating the foiling of the plot.

Trend Summary

The name Fawkes has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.

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Famous people named Fawkes

Fictional characters named Fawkes

Fawkes is the name of the phoenix companion of Harry Potter in the 'Harry Potter' series.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Fawkes was first seen in the United States in 2009. Fawkes has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Fawkes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Fawkes

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20095
20156
20168
20177
201815
20196
20205
202110
202213
20236