Journey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJUR-nee / ˈdʒɜrniEnglish; Modern
Meaning
English: a journey or trip; Modern: a metaphorical journey of life
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Journey has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It reflects a modern trend of using words and concepts as names. The name embodies a sense of adventure and exploration, resonating with parents seeking unique names for their children. It is often associated with personal growth and life experiences.
Trend Summary
Journey has seen a rise in popularity as a given name in the United States over the past two decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Journey was first seen in the United States in 1981. Journey has ranked as high as #453 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Journey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Journey (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 78 | |
CA | 68 | |
FL | 66 | |
NY | 54 | |
GA | 52 | |
NC | 47 | |
OH | 44 | |
PA | 29 | |
MO | 25 | |
VA | 25 | |
OK | 25 | |
LA | 25 | |
TN | 24 | |
IL | 23 | |
IN | 23 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1981 | 7 |
1983 | 5 |
1984 | 7 |
1986 | 12 |
1987 | 10 |
1988 | 13 |
1989 | 8 |
1990 | 8 |
1991 | 17 |
1992 | 13 |
1993 | 14 |
1994 | 27 |
1995 | 43 |
1996 | 62 |
1997 | 59 |
1998 | 106 |
1999 | 217 |
2000 | 168 |
2001 | 235 |
2002 | 239 |
2003 | 265 |
2004 | 259 |
2005 | 343 |
2006 | 331 |
2007 | 422 |
2008 | 527 |
2009 | 613 |
2010 | 754 |
2011 | 867 |
2012 | 958 |
2013 | 960 |
2014 | 1,126 |
2015 | 1,157 |
2016 | 1,216 |
2017 | 1,165 |
2018 | 1,396 |
2019 | 1,295 |
2020 | 1,090 |
2021 | 1,176 |
2022 | 1,021 |
2023 | 930 |
2024 | 954 |