Providence Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPROV-i-dens / ˈprɒvɪdənsLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: foresight; English: divine guidance
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Providence is derived from the Latin word 'providentia', which means foresight or divine guidance. It has been used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the context of religious and philosophical discussions about divine intervention. The term is also associated with the city of Providence in Rhode Island, named for its religious connotations. The name reflects a sense of hope and assurance.
Trend Summary
The name Providence has seen limited use in the United States, often associated with religious themes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Providence was first seen in the United States in 1905. Providence has ranked as high as #887 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Providence has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Providence (1957)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 25 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |