Steele Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSTEEL / /stiːl/English; Old English
Meaning
English: derived from 'steel'; Old English: 'strong, durable'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Steele has its roots in Old English, where it referred to the metal steel, symbolizing strength and resilience. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries. Steele is often associated with qualities of toughness and durability, reflecting its etymological origins.
Trend Summary
The name Steele has seen a steady but modest presence in U.S. naming trends.
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Variants
- Steel
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Steele was first seen in the United States in 1920. Steele has ranked as high as #1239 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Utah, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Steele has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Steele (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 13 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| ID | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 47 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 57 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 92 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 94 |
| 2015 | 101 |
| 2016 | 134 |
| 2017 | 147 |
| 2018 | 133 |
| 2019 | 104 |
| 2020 | 106 |
| 2021 | 112 |
| 2022 | 120 |
| 2023 | 143 |
| 2024 | 135 |