Friend Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfrend / /frɛnd/English; Old English
Meaning
English: companion; Old English: one who is friendly
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Friend has its roots in the Old English word 'freond,' which means 'to love' or 'to befriend.' It reflects a positive social connection and has been used as both a given name and a surname. The use of Friend as a first name is relatively rare, making it unique in contemporary naming practices.
Trend Summary
The name Friend has not been widely popular in the United States and remains uncommon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Friend was first seen in the United States in 1880. Friend has ranked as high as #880 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Friend has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |