Fleming Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: FLEH-ming //ˈflɛmɪŋ//
Origin: English; Scottish
Meaning: English: descendant of the Flemings; Scottish: from Flanders
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fleming derives from the Old French term "flamenc," which means "Fleming" or "from Flanders." This term itself originates from the Middle Dutch word "Vlaeminc," referring to the people of Flanders, a region in modern-day Belgium. The linguistic journey of the name into English can be traced through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many French words and names were introduced into the English lexicon.
As a result, the name Fleming became established in England, often associated with individuals who had connections to the Flemish region or its inhabitants. Historically, the name Fleming has been linked to various notable figures and events.
In the medieval period, Flemish merchants and craftsmen played a significant role in trade and commerce across Europe, particularly in England. The name is also associated with the Flemish painter Jan van Eyck, who was active during the 15th century and is considered one of the early masters of oil painting.
Additionally, the name appears in various historical documents and records, often denoting individuals of Flemish descent who settled in England or Scotland. Culturally, the name Fleming carries connotations of industriousness and craftsmanship, reflective of the reputation of the Flemish people during the Middle Ages as skilled artisans and traders.
The name has also been adopted in various forms across different cultures, with diminutive or related forms such as "Flem" occasionally appearing in historical texts. The enduring legacy of the name is further supported by its association with the rich cultural heritage of Flanders, which has influenced art, architecture, and commerce throughout European history.
Famous people named Fleming
In this section, you will find notable people named Fleming. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Fleming who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Fleming who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Fleming Rutledge is an author and theologian best known for The Crucifixion, The Battle for the Bible, and Not Ashamed of the Gospel.
Fleming B. McGowan is a scientist best known for his work in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology.
Fictional characters named Fleming
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Fleming is a fictional character from the video game series Metal Gear Solid. He is a member of the support team who provides assistance to the protagonist during missions.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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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 #2637 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)
The name Fleming is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Fleming was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Fleming.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 | 8 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
| 1965 | 9 | 9 |
| 1964 | 10 | 10 |
| 1963 | 14 | 14 |
| 1962 | 10 | 10 |
| 1961 | 9 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 |
| 1956 | 9 | 9 |
| 1955 | 12 | 12 |
| 1954 | 16 | 16 |
| 1953 | 17 | 17 |
| 1952 | 11 | 11 |
| 1951 | 10 | 10 |
| 1950 | 16 | 16 |
| 1949 | 11 | 11 |
| 1948 | 10 | 10 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 |
| 1946 | 19 | 19 |
| 1945 | 15 | 15 |
| 1944 | 10 | 10 |
| 1943 | 11 | 11 |
| 1942 | 14 | 14 |
| 1941 | 12 | 12 |
| 1940 | 10 | 10 |
| 1939 | 13 | 13 |
| 1938 | 15 | 15 |
| 1937 | 11 | 11 |
| 1936 | 10 | 10 |
| 1935 | 11 | 11 |
| 1934 | 18 | 18 |
| 1933 | 14 | 14 |
| 1932 | 13 | 13 |
| 1931 | 20 | 20 |
| 1930 | 17 | 17 |
| 1929 | 21 | 21 |
| 1928 | 15 | 15 |
| 1927 | 18 | 18 |
| 1926 | 14 | 14 |
| 1925 | 17 | 17 |
| 1924 | 18 | 18 |
| 1923 | 12 | 12 |
| 1922 | 22 | 22 |
| 1921 | 20 | 20 |
| 1920 | 19 | 19 |
| 1919 | 24 | 24 |
| 1918 | 21 | 21 |
| 1917 | 27 | 27 |
| 1916 | 23 | 23 |
| 1915 | 22 | 22 |
| 1914 | 21 | 21 |
| 1913 | 11 | 11 |
| 1912 | 10 | 10 |
| 1911 | 12 | 12 |
| 1910 | 9 | 9 |
| 1909 | 6 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 | 5 |
| 1907 | 12 | 12 |
| 1906 | 5 | 5 |
| 1904 | 7 | 7 |
| 1903 | 7 | 7 |
| 1901 | 5 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 | 8 |
| 1898 | 5 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 | 5 |
| 1896 | 10 | 10 |
| 1894 | 9 | 9 |
| 1893 | 5 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 |
| 1890 | 6 | 6 |
| 1888 | 10 | 10 |
| 1885 | 6 | 6 |
| 1883 | 9 | 9 |
| 1882 | 5 | 5 |
| 1881 | 5 | 5 |
| 1880 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Fleming (1931)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 5 |