Volney Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVOL-nee / ˈvɒl.niFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'valley'; Latin: 'from the valley'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Volney has French origins and is derived from the word for 'valley'. It gained some popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in France and among French-speaking communities. The name is also associated with the Latin term for valley, which adds to its geographical significance. It is relatively uncommon in modern times but carries a classic charm.
Trend Summary
The name Volney has seen limited use in the United States and remains relatively rare.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Volney was first seen in the United States in 1880. Volney has ranked as high as #814 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Volney has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Volney (1919)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 11 |
| 1882 | 11 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 24 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |