London Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLUN-dən / /ˈlʌndən/English; Old English
Meaning
From the great river; a place name
Historical & Cultural Background
London is derived from the name of the capital city of England. The name itself is believed to have originated from the Latin 'Londinium', which was established by the Romans. Over time, it has been adopted as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name evokes a sense of urban sophistication and historical significance.
Trend Summary
The name London has seen a rise in popularity for girls in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
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Famous people named London
London Tipton is a character from the Disney Channel series 'The Suite Life of Zack & Cody', known for her wealthy and somewhat ditzy personality.
London Fletcher is a former American football linebacker who played in the NFL, recognized for his leadership and performance on the field.
Fictional characters named London
London is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky and humorous personality.
London is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', representing the historical city during various time periods.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name London was first seen in the United States in 1963. London has ranked as high as #198 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name London has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for London (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 94 | |
| CA | 82 | |
| FL | 63 | |
| NC | 42 | |
| GA | 39 | |
| NY | 34 | |
| OH | 29 | |
| IL | 29 | |
| PA | 29 | |
| TN | 23 | |
| LA | 22 | |
| UT | 22 | |
| SC | 22 | |
| VA | 21 | |
| AZ | 21 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 66 |
| 1988 | 71 |
| 1989 | 86 |
| 1990 | 113 |
| 1991 | 127 |
| 1992 | 141 |
| 1993 | 132 |
| 1994 | 189 |
| 1995 | 153 |
| 1996 | 183 |
| 1997 | 188 |
| 1998 | 194 |
| 1999 | 230 |
| 2000 | 271 |
| 2001 | 270 |
| 2002 | 278 |
| 2003 | 314 |
| 2004 | 411 |
| 2005 | 538 |
| 2006 | 944 |
| 2007 | 1,196 |
| 2008 | 2,160 |
| 2009 | 2,631 |
| 2010 | 2,872 |
| 2011 | 3,168 |
| 2012 | 3,202 |
| 2013 | 3,462 |
| 2014 | 3,289 |
| 2015 | 2,921 |
| 2016 | 2,356 |
| 2017 | 1,973 |
| 2018 | 1,648 |
| 2019 | 1,728 |
| 2020 | 1,496 |
| 2021 | 1,357 |
| 2022 | 1,071 |
| 2023 | 987 |
| 2024 | 872 |