Lovie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOH-vee / /ˈlʌvi/English; American
Meaning
Affectionate term; beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lovie is often used as a term of endearment in English-speaking cultures. It has roots in the word 'love,' which signifies affection and warmth. While not widely used as a formal given name, it has appeared in various contexts, particularly in the United States. Its usage as a name reflects a trend of adopting affectionate terms as personal names.
Trend Summary
The name Lovie is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lovie was first seen in the United States in 1883. Lovie has ranked as high as #834 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Alabama, Georgia, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Lovie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lovie (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 18 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 18 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 6 |