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Origin(s)
PronunciationEM-press / /ˈɛm.prɛs/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: sovereign ruler; English: a title of authority
Historical & Cultural Background
The term 'Empress' derives from the Latin 'imperatrix', which refers to a female ruler of an empire. Historically, empresses have held significant power and influence in various cultures, often serving as consorts to emperors or ruling in their own right. The name has been used in literature and popular culture to symbolize strength and authority. In modern contexts, it can evoke themes of leadership and empowerment.
Trend Summary
The name Empress is not commonly used as a given name in the U.S. and does not have significant popularity trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Empress was first seen in the United States in 1986. Empress has ranked as high as #1215 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, Georgia, Texas, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Empress has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Empress (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 14 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 37 |
| 2014 | 53 |
| 2015 | 67 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2017 | 108 |
| 2018 | 107 |
| 2019 | 157 |
| 2020 | 134 |
| 2021 | 122 |
| 2022 | 119 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2024 | 96 |