Governor Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGOV-er-nor / ˈɡʌvərnərEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: leader; Latin: to govern
Historical & Cultural Background
The term 'Governor' has been used historically to denote a person who governs or oversees a specific area or organization. In many cultures, governors have played significant roles in political and administrative functions. The name may also reflect a sense of authority and leadership. It is more commonly used as a title rather than a personal name.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Governor was first seen in the United States in 1889. Governor has ranked as high as #893 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Governor has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |