Legacy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEG-uh-see / /ˈlɛɡəsi/English; Latin
Meaning
English: heritage; Latin: legacy
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'legacy' refers to something handed down from the past, often associated with inheritance or heritage. In Latin, the term 'legatum' signifies a bequest or gift, particularly in legal contexts, emphasizing the importance of what is passed on.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Legacy was first seen in the United States in 1994. Legacy has ranked as high as #711 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Florida, Ohio, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Legacy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Legacy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 43 | |
| TX | 43 | |
| FL | 40 | |
| NY | 28 | |
| NC | 24 | |
| VA | 24 | |
| CA | 20 | |
| IL | 19 | |
| AL | 18 | |
| OH | 18 | |
| TN | 17 | |
| LA | 15 | |
| PA | 15 | |
| MO | 13 | |
| MS | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 77 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2014 | 106 |
| 2015 | 163 |
| 2016 | 254 |
| 2017 | 280 |
| 2018 | 347 |
| 2019 | 491 |
| 2020 | 610 |
| 2021 | 725 |
| 2022 | 655 |
| 2023 | 559 |
| 2024 | 491 |