Welcome Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: WEL-kum /ˈwɛlkəm/
Origin: English
Meaning: to welcome; greeting
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Welcome has its roots in the Old English word "wilcuma," which translates to "a person who is welcome" or "a guest." This term is a combination of "will" (meaning pleasure or desire) and "cuma" (meaning a coming or arrival). The evolution of the name can be traced through Middle English, where it appeared as "wilcume," before being adopted into modern English as Welcome.
The name reflects a hospitable sentiment, emphasizing the importance of welcoming guests and strangers, a value that has been significant in various cultures throughout history. Historically, the use of Welcome as a given name is relatively rare, but it has been noted in various contexts, particularly in the 19th century in English-speaking countries.
The name is often associated with the broader cultural and social practices of hospitality, which have been integral to community life. In literature, the concept of welcome has been explored in various works, emphasizing the importance of acceptance and kindness, although specific literary references to the name itself are scarce.
Culturally, the name embodies a spirit of openness and friendliness, resonating with traditions that celebrate hospitality. In some contexts, it may be used as a diminutive or affectionate form, although this is not widely documented.
The significance of Welcome as a name lies in its representation of a universal human value, making it a meaningful choice for those who wish to convey warmth and acceptance through their naming practices.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Welcome was first seen in the United States in 1911.
Welcome has ranked as high as #4059 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Welcome has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Welcome is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Welcome was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Welcome.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1930 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1929 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1927 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1926 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1925 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1924 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1923 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| 1922 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1920 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 1919 | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| 1917 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1916 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1915 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1912 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Welcome
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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