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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: spring /sprɪŋ/
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: season of spring; Latin: to leap or jump
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Spring derives from the Old English word "springan," which means "to leap up" or "to burst forth." This etymology reflects the season's association with renewal and growth, as it marks the time when nature awakens from winter dormancy. The term has cognates in other Germanic languages, such as the Old High German "springan" and the Old Norse "springa," both carrying similar meanings related to movement and emergence.
The transition of the term into English occurred during the early medieval period, solidifying its connection to the season of spring, which has long been celebrated for its symbolism of rebirth and vitality. Historically, the significance of spring as a season has been recognized across various cultures and epochs.
In ancient agrarian societies, the arrival of spring was crucial for agricultural cycles, marking the time for planting crops and celebrating fertility. This seasonal importance is echoed in various mythologies and religious traditions, such as the Roman festival of Floralia, dedicated to the goddess Flora, which celebrated the blooming of flowers and the renewal of life.
In literature, spring has often been depicted as a time of hope and new beginnings, with notable references appearing in works from the medieval period onward. Culturally, the name Spring embodies themes of rejuvenation and optimism.
It has been used in various artistic expressions, including poetry and music, often symbolizing the beauty and transience of life. The name can also evoke a sense of joy and playfulness, aligning with the lively characteristics of the season.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, such as Spry, the name Spring itself carries a distinct identity rooted in the natural world and its cycles, reflecting humanity's enduring connection to the rhythms of nature.
Famous people named Spring
In this section, you will find notable people named Spring. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Spring who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Spring who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Spring is a singer-songwriter best known for her work with the band The Spring Standards and her solo album.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Spring was first seen in the United States in 1951.
Spring has ranked as high as #844 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Texas, Florida, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Spring has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Spring is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Spring was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Spring (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Spring.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 20 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1990 | 45 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1984 | 66 |
| 1983 | 71 |
| 1982 | 76 |
| 1981 | 113 |
| 1980 | 128 |
| 1979 | 176 |
| 1978 | 174 |
| 1977 | 182 |
| 1976 | 251 |
| 1975 | 162 |
| 1974 | 85 |
| 1973 | 86 |
| 1972 | 91 |
| 1971 | 81 |
| 1970 | 100 |
| 1969 | 57 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1959 | 34 |
| 1958 | 44 |
| 1957 | 77 |
| 1956 | 104 |
| 1955 | 41 |
| 1954 | 38 |
| 1953 | 27 |
| 1952 | 30 |
| 1951 | 7 |