Sparkle Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSPAR-kul / ˈspɑrkəlEnglish
Meaning
to shine brightly
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sparkle is derived from the English word 'sparkle', which refers to the act of shining with a bright, shimmering light. It is often associated with joy, excitement, and positivity. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the context of unique and whimsical names for girls.
Trend Summary
The name Sparkle is considered unique and has seen a rise in usage among parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sparkle was first seen in the United States in 1948. Sparkle has ranked as high as #1002 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, New York, Michigan, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Sparkle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sparkle (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1976 | 44 |
| 1977 | 89 |
| 1978 | 72 |
| 1979 | 124 |
| 1980 | 110 |
| 1981 | 84 |
| 1982 | 80 |
| 1983 | 83 |
| 1984 | 59 |
| 1985 | 58 |
| 1986 | 66 |
| 1987 | 66 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 53 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |