Moss Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMoss / mɒsEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: moss; Scottish: from the marsh
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Moss is derived from the English word for the small, green plant that grows in damp environments. It has been used as a surname and a given name, particularly in Scotland. The name evokes a connection to nature and the outdoors, reflecting a pastoral lifestyle. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but has gained some popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
Moss has seen a slight increase in usage as a given name in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moss was first seen in the United States in 1891. Moss has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Moss has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moss (1926)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 15 |