Indigo Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationIN-di-go / ˈɪn.dɪ.ɡoʊGreek; English
Meaning
Greek: 'indigo dye'; English: 'deep blue color'
Historical & Cultural Background
Indigo is derived from the Greek word 'indikon', which refers to the indigo dye made from the plant Indigofera tinctoria. The dye has been used for centuries in various cultures for textiles and art. In modern times, Indigo has gained popularity as a name, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Trend Summary
Indigo has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Indi
- Indie
International Variants
- Índigo (Spanish)
- Indigo (Italian)
- Indigo (Portuguese)
Famous people named Indigo
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Indigo was first seen in the United States in 1971. Indigo has ranked as high as #1064 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Indigo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Indigo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 27 | |
| TX | 22 | |
| FL | 16 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| UT | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| OR | 10 | |
| SC | 10 | |
| CO | 9 | |
| NV | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| NJ | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 69 |
| 1992 | 75 |
| 1993 | 60 |
| 1994 | 56 |
| 1995 | 53 |
| 1996 | 63 |
| 1997 | 69 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 53 |
| 2000 | 53 |
| 2001 | 46 |
| 2002 | 51 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 64 |
| 2006 | 65 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 59 |
| 2009 | 68 |
| 2010 | 63 |
| 2011 | 64 |
| 2012 | 58 |
| 2013 | 82 |
| 2014 | 111 |
| 2015 | 120 |
| 2016 | 123 |
| 2017 | 167 |
| 2018 | 169 |
| 2019 | 191 |
| 2020 | 244 |
| 2021 | 300 |
| 2022 | 272 |
| 2023 | 270 |
| 2024 | 287 |