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Origin(s)
PronunciationUR-bən / /ˈɜːr.bən/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'of the city'; English: 'urban'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Urban has Latin roots, derived from 'urbanus', meaning 'of the city'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, due to its association with several popes named Urban. The name reflects a connection to urban life and civilization. In modern times, it has gained popularity in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Urban has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Urbanus
International Variants
- Urbain (French)
- Urbano (Italian)
- Urbain (Dutch)
Famous people named Urban
Urban VIII was a pope known for his patronage of the arts during the Baroque period.
Urban Meyer is a former American football coach recognized for his successful college coaching career.
Urban Dictionary is a popular online dictionary that provides definitions of slang words and phrases.
Urban Outfitters is a well-known lifestyle retail corporation that sells clothing and home goods.
Fictional characters named Urban
Urban is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his role in the game's narrative.
Urban is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often depicted in humorous situations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Urban was first seen in the United States in 1880. Urban has ranked as high as #812 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Ohio, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Urban has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Urban (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1886 | 11 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 20 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 17 |
| 1898 | 12 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 16 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 39 |
| 1913 | 44 |
| 1914 | 64 |
| 1915 | 67 |
| 1916 | 92 |
| 1917 | 89 |
| 1918 | 87 |
| 1919 | 90 |
| 1920 | 88 |
| 1921 | 91 |
| 1922 | 73 |
| 1923 | 101 |
| 1924 | 104 |
| 1925 | 88 |
| 1926 | 54 |
| 1927 | 61 |
| 1928 | 67 |
| 1929 | 56 |
| 1930 | 52 |
| 1931 | 60 |
| 1932 | 38 |
| 1933 | 39 |
| 1934 | 34 |
| 1935 | 40 |
| 1936 | 31 |
| 1937 | 30 |
| 1938 | 28 |
| 1939 | 33 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1941 | 34 |
| 1942 | 27 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 29 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 21 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 16 |