Honey Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHUN-ee / /ˈhʌni/English; Old English
Meaning
sweet substance; beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Honey is derived from the Old English word 'hunig', which refers to the sweet substance produced by bees. It has been used as a term of endearment in various cultures. In contemporary usage, it is often associated with warmth and affection. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a unique and whimsical choice for girls.
Trend Summary
The name Honey has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Honeybee
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Honey was first seen in the United States in 1912. Honey has ranked as high as #1078 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Arizona, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Honey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Honey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 31 | |
| CA | 25 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| OK | 11 | |
| UT | 11 | |
| NC | 11 | |
| AL | 10 | |
| MO | 10 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| AR | 8 | |
| NJ | 7 | |
| WI | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 27 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 19 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 20 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 23 |
| 1943 | 27 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 44 |
| 1947 | 30 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 27 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 30 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 25 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 20 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 39 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 48 |
| 1969 | 76 |
| 1970 | 57 |
| 1971 | 73 |
| 1972 | 53 |
| 1973 | 65 |
| 1974 | 79 |
| 1975 | 71 |
| 1976 | 65 |
| 1977 | 76 |
| 1978 | 53 |
| 1979 | 70 |
| 1980 | 67 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 41 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 77 |
| 2005 | 110 |
| 2006 | 93 |
| 2007 | 101 |
| 2008 | 90 |
| 2009 | 81 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 48 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 68 |
| 2020 | 96 |
| 2021 | 135 |
| 2022 | 200 |
| 2023 | 205 |
| 2024 | 282 |