Indie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationIN-dee / ˈɪn.diEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: independent; Latin: from India
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Indie is often associated with the term 'independent,' reflecting a modern cultural trend towards valuing individuality. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the context of the indie music and film movements. The name can also be seen as a diminutive of names like India or Indiana, linking it to geographical significance.
Trend Summary
Indie has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Indy
International Variants
- Indie (English)
- India (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Indie was first seen in the United States in 1959. Indie has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Utah, Texas, Florida, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Indie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Indie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 36 | |
| TX | 31 | |
| UT | 27 | |
| FL | 24 | |
| TN | 22 | |
| OH | 21 | |
| GA | 16 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| NC | 15 | |
| ID | 14 | |
| MO | 14 | |
| AZ | 14 | |
| IN | 14 | |
| OK | 13 | |
| KY | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 86 |
| 2015 | 147 |
| 2016 | 208 |
| 2017 | 234 |
| 2018 | 251 |
| 2019 | 311 |
| 2020 | 370 |
| 2021 | 437 |
| 2022 | 550 |
| 2023 | 518 |
| 2024 | 450 |