Fleming Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFLEH-ming / /ˈflɛmɪŋ/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: descendant of the Flemings; Scottish: from Flanders
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fleming is derived from the Old French word 'flamenc,' which means 'Fleming' or 'from Flanders.' It was historically used to denote people from the region of Flanders in modern-day Belgium. The name became prominent in Scotland during the Middle Ages, where Flemish immigrants settled and contributed to local culture and economy. It has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Trend Summary
The name Fleming has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low but steady presence over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Flem
- Fleming
International Variants
- Fleming (English)
Famous people named Fleming
Fleming B. McGowan was an American politician who served in the state legislature.
Fictional characters named Fleming
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fleming was first seen in the United States in 1880. Fleming has ranked as high as #825 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Georgia, Virginia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Fleming has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fleming (1931)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 9 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1896 | 10 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 23 |
| 1917 | 27 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |