Sumner Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSUM-ner / ˈsʌm.nərEnglish; Old French
Meaning
English: one who lives near a summer pasture; Old French: summer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sumner has roots in both English and Old French. It was originally a surname derived from the occupation of a person who was responsible for the summer pastures. The name has been used as a given name since the 19th century. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but has historical significance in various regions.
Trend Summary
Sumner has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon as a first name.
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Famous people named Sumner
Sumner Redstone was an American media magnate and businessman, known for his role in the entertainment industry.
Sumner Welles was an American diplomat who served as Under Secretary of State during the Franklin D. Roosevelt administration.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sumner was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sumner has ranked as high as #825 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, Maine, New York, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Sumner has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sumner (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 12 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 10 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 15 |
| 1912 | 25 |
| 1913 | 30 |
| 1914 | 28 |
| 1915 | 41 |
| 1916 | 52 |
| 1917 | 37 |
| 1918 | 51 |
| 1919 | 47 |
| 1920 | 65 |
| 1921 | 46 |
| 1922 | 65 |
| 1923 | 51 |
| 1924 | 61 |
| 1925 | 57 |
| 1926 | 61 |
| 1927 | 48 |
| 1928 | 56 |
| 1929 | 60 |
| 1930 | 40 |
| 1931 | 41 |
| 1932 | 28 |
| 1933 | 32 |
| 1934 | 27 |
| 1935 | 26 |
| 1936 | 22 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 22 |
| 1942 | 27 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 25 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 21 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 13 |