Promise Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPROM-iss / /ˈprɒmɪs/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: a declaration of assurance; Hebrew: a vow or commitment
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, the name Promise signifies a commitment or assurance, often reflecting hope and expectation. In Hebrew, it conveys the idea of a vow or pledge, often used in religious contexts to denote faithfulness and trust.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Promis
- Promy
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Promise was first seen in the United States in 1992. Promise has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Promise has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Promise (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 21 |