Vanity Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationVAN-i-tee / /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/English; Latin
Meaning
English: pride; Latin: emptiness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vanity is derived from the English word meaning excessive pride in oneself. It also has roots in the Latin word 'vanitas,' which refers to emptiness or futility. The term has been used in literature and art to denote the transient nature of life and material possessions. Vanity has been associated with themes of self-importance and superficiality throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Vanity is uncommon and has not shown significant popularity trends in the U.S.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vanity was first seen in the United States in 1982. Vanity has ranked as high as #1049 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Illinois, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Vanity has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vanity (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 56 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 103 |
| 1986 | 76 |
| 1987 | 89 |
| 1988 | 116 |
| 1989 | 102 |
| 1990 | 78 |
| 1991 | 66 |
| 1992 | 66 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 48 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 54 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 18 |