Vanilla Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvuh-NIL-uh / vəˈnɪləLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'the vanilla plant'; English: 'vanilla flavor'
Historical & Cultural Background
Vanilla is derived from the Latin word 'vānilla', which means 'little pod'. The vanilla plant is native to Mexico and was cultivated by the Totonac people before being introduced to Europe. It became popular in the 19th century as a flavoring for desserts and beverages. The name has gained popularity as a given name in recent years, often associated with sweetness and uniqueness.
Trend Summary
The name Vanilla has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, often associated with a trend towards unique and nature-inspired names.
Similar Names
Variants
—
International Variants
—
Famous people named Vanilla
—
Fictional characters named Vanilla
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vanilla was first seen in the United States in 1898. Vanilla has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vanilla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vanilla
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |