Memphis Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEM-fis / /ˈmɛmfɪs/Greek; Egyptian
Meaning
Greek: 'enduring'; Egyptian: 'the place of good'
Historical & Cultural Background
Memphis was an ancient capital of Egypt, known for its significant role in the early history of the civilization. The city was a center for trade, culture, and religion. In Greek, the name Memphis is derived from the Egyptian 'Men-nefer', meaning 'the good place'. The name has also been adopted in modern contexts, notably in the United States, where Memphis, Tennessee, is a major cultural hub.
Trend Summary
Memphis has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
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Famous people named Memphis
Memphis Depay is a Dutch professional footballer known for his skills as a forward.
Memphis Bleek is an American rapper and entrepreneur recognized for his contributions to hip-hop music.
Fictional characters named Memphis
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Memphis was first seen in the United States in 1916. Memphis has ranked as high as #686 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, North Carolina, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Memphis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Memphis (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 59 | |
| KY | 28 | |
| OH | 28 | |
| GA | 28 | |
| NC | 22 | |
| CA | 22 | |
| SC | 22 | |
| AL | 20 | |
| IN | 20 | |
| FL | 19 | |
| VA | 18 | |
| MO | 18 | |
| PA | 16 | |
| MI | 15 | |
| WI | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 113 |
| 2002 | 152 |
| 2003 | 135 |
| 2004 | 150 |
| 2005 | 152 |
| 2006 | 201 |
| 2007 | 271 |
| 2008 | 351 |
| 2009 | 429 |
| 2010 | 407 |
| 2011 | 316 |
| 2012 | 303 |
| 2013 | 390 |
| 2014 | 370 |
| 2015 | 401 |
| 2016 | 429 |
| 2017 | 482 |
| 2018 | 646 |
| 2019 | 710 |
| 2020 | 653 |
| 2021 | 768 |
| 2022 | 705 |
| 2023 | 613 |
| 2024 | 484 |