Tempest Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEM-pest / /ˈtɛmpɛst/English; Latin
Meaning
English: storm; Latin: tempestus (storm)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tempest is derived from the English word for a violent storm. It has been used as a given name, particularly for girls, since the late 20th century. The name evokes strong imagery and is often associated with nature and power. Tempest has also been popularized in literature and media, contributing to its modern appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Tempest has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tempest was first seen in the United States in 1915. Tempest has ranked as high as #1129 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Illinois, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Tempest has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tempest (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 41 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 69 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 69 |
| 1990 | 98 |
| 1991 | 54 |
| 1992 | 52 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 12 |