Poet Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOH-it / /ˈpoʊ.ɪt/English; Latin
Meaning
a person who writes poetry (English); from 'poeta' meaning 'poet' (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, the name Poet directly reflects the profession of writing poetry, which has been a respected art form throughout history. The Latin origin 'poeta' connects to the classical tradition of poetry in ancient Rome and Greece, where poets were celebrated figures in society. The use of Poet as a name embodies creativity and artistic expression, resonating with a modern appreciation for individuality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Poet was first seen in the United States in 2005. Poet has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Poet has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Poet (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
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| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 18 |