Gorman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGOR-man / /ˈɡɔːr.mən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'man of the sea'; Gaelic: 'descendant of Gormán'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gorman has Irish origins, often associated with the Gaelic word 'gorm', meaning blue or sea. It is a surname that has been used as a given name in modern times. The name reflects a connection to nature and the sea, which is significant in Irish culture.
Trend Summary
The name Gorman has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gormán
International Variants
- Gormán (Irish)
Famous people named Gorman
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gorman was first seen in the United States in 1903. Gorman has ranked as high as #884 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Maryland, Texas, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Gorman has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gorman (1923)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 31 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 24 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 32 |
| 1925 | 24 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 23 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 19 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 22 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |