Metro Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEH-troh / /ˈmɛtroʊ/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'of the mother city'; Latin: 'metropolitan'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Metro is derived from the Greek word 'metropolis', which refers to a mother city or a significant urban center. It has been used in various contexts, often associated with urban life and modernity. The name has gained some popularity in contemporary culture, particularly in urban settings.
Trend Summary
The name Metro has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in interest.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Metro was first seen in the United States in 1908. Metro has ranked as high as #821 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Metro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Metro (1958)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 35 |
| 1916 | 29 |
| 1917 | 41 |
| 1918 | 35 |
| 1919 | 48 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 26 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 29 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |