Speed Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationspeed / /spiːd/English
Meaning
speed; quickness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Speed is derived from the English word for rapid movement. It is often associated with agility and swiftness. Historically, names related to speed or quickness have been used to convey positive attributes. The name is relatively uncommon as a given name but may be used as a surname.
Trend Summary
The name Speed has not been widely used in the United States and remains quite rare.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Speed was first seen in the United States in 1890. Speed has ranked as high as #875 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Speed has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1921 | 9 |