Sky Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationskye / /skaɪ/English; Old Norse
Meaning
English: 'the expanse of air'; Old Norse: 'cloud'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sky has gained popularity as a given name in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with nature and the outdoors, reflecting a sense of freedom and openness. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to girls. Its usage has increased in modern times, particularly in the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Sky has seen a steady increase in popularity as a baby name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Skye
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sky was first seen in the United States in 1953. Sky has ranked as high as #1271 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Sky has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sky (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 25 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| OR | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 48 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 57 |
| 1978 | 71 |
| 1979 | 60 |
| 1980 | 53 |
| 1981 | 53 |
| 1982 | 64 |
| 1983 | 64 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 49 |
| 1986 | 57 |
| 1987 | 46 |
| 1988 | 50 |
| 1989 | 53 |
| 1990 | 55 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 63 |
| 1994 | 73 |
| 1995 | 74 |
| 1996 | 86 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 64 |
| 1999 | 76 |
| 2000 | 75 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 83 |
| 2003 | 91 |
| 2004 | 87 |
| 2005 | 91 |
| 2006 | 86 |
| 2007 | 87 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 104 |
| 2011 | 77 |
| 2012 | 97 |
| 2013 | 96 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2015 | 84 |
| 2016 | 86 |
| 2017 | 91 |
| 2018 | 88 |
| 2019 | 92 |
| 2020 | 96 |
| 2021 | 100 |
| 2022 | 113 |
| 2023 | 105 |
| 2024 | 98 |