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Origin(s)
Pronunciationking / /kɪŋ/English; Old English
Meaning
Ruler; monarch
Historical & Cultural Background
The name King has its roots in Old English, derived from the word 'cyning,' which means 'king' or 'ruler.' It has been used as both a surname and a given name. In various cultures, the title of king has historically signified authority and leadership. The name has gained popularity in modern times as a first name, reflecting a trend towards using royal or noble titles as personal names.
Trend Summary
The name King has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kingston
International Variants
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Famous people named King
King C. Gillette was an American businessman known for founding the Gillette razor company.
King Solomon is a biblical figure renowned for his wisdom and wealth.
King Henry VIII was a significant English monarch known for his six marriages and role in the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church.
King Tutankhamun was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh famous for his intact tomb discovered in 1922.
Fictional characters named King
King Kong is a giant ape featured in the film franchise of the same name, known for his strength and tragic story.
King Triton is a character in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid,' serving as Ariel's father and ruler of the underwater kingdom.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name King was first seen in the United States in 1880. King has ranked as high as #258 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name King has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for King (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 118 | |
FL | 114 | |
CA | 88 | |
GA | 76 | |
NY | 57 | |
NC | 46 | |
PA | 36 | |
SC | 33 | |
OH | 32 | |
MI | 29 | |
IL | 26 | |
MO | 23 | |
MD | 23 | |
VA | 23 | |
NV | 21 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 27 |
1881 | 20 |
1882 | 26 |
1883 | 22 |
1884 | 25 |
1885 | 25 |
1886 | 23 |
1887 | 13 |
1888 | 27 |
1889 | 21 |
1890 | 21 |
1891 | 13 |
1892 | 26 |
1893 | 23 |
1894 | 20 |
1895 | 24 |
1896 | 24 |
1897 | 32 |
1898 | 27 |
1899 | 23 |
1900 | 33 |
1901 | 15 |
1902 | 29 |
1903 | 19 |
1904 | 24 |
1905 | 24 |
1906 | 28 |
1907 | 37 |
1908 | 37 |
1909 | 31 |
1910 | 47 |
1911 | 32 |
1912 | 72 |
1913 | 58 |
1914 | 74 |
1915 | 111 |
1916 | 102 |
1917 | 90 |
1918 | 89 |
1919 | 120 |
1920 | 108 |
1921 | 99 |
1922 | 114 |
1923 | 100 |
1924 | 109 |
1925 | 95 |
1926 | 113 |
1927 | 85 |
1928 | 81 |
1929 | 94 |
1930 | 90 |
1931 | 73 |
1932 | 67 |
1933 | 79 |
1934 | 91 |
1935 | 67 |
1936 | 71 |
1937 | 85 |
1938 | 91 |
1939 | 87 |
1940 | 75 |
1941 | 70 |
1942 | 105 |
1943 | 86 |
1944 | 82 |
1945 | 80 |
1946 | 78 |
1947 | 79 |
1948 | 84 |
1949 | 79 |
1950 | 90 |
1951 | 81 |
1952 | 93 |
1953 | 63 |
1954 | 77 |
1955 | 68 |
1956 | 59 |
1957 | 64 |
1958 | 53 |
1959 | 60 |
1960 | 52 |
1961 | 35 |
1962 | 59 |
1963 | 42 |
1964 | 77 |
1965 | 45 |
1966 | 37 |
1967 | 37 |
1968 | 42 |
1969 | 27 |
1970 | 31 |
1971 | 34 |
1972 | 41 |
1973 | 24 |
1974 | 25 |
1975 | 30 |
1976 | 26 |
1977 | 28 |
1978 | 36 |
1979 | 41 |
1980 | 28 |
1981 | 40 |
1982 | 53 |
1983 | 32 |
1984 | 31 |
1985 | 41 |
1986 | 31 |
1987 | 21 |
1988 | 30 |
1989 | 28 |
1990 | 47 |
1991 | 39 |
1992 | 40 |
1993 | 42 |
1994 | 50 |
1995 | 40 |
1996 | 38 |
1997 | 45 |
1998 | 52 |
1999 | 46 |
2000 | 74 |
2001 | 63 |
2002 | 57 |
2003 | 70 |
2004 | 77 |
2005 | 149 |
2006 | 219 |
2007 | 321 |
2008 | 329 |
2009 | 591 |
2010 | 706 |
2011 | 730 |
2012 | 1,434 |
2013 | 2,109 |
2014 | 2,438 |
2015 | 2,567 |
2016 | 2,671 |
2017 | 2,694 |
2018 | 2,612 |
2019 | 2,471 |
2020 | 2,264 |
2021 | 2,054 |
2022 | 1,653 |
2023 | 1,284 |
2024 | 1,001 |