Nevada Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationneh-VAH-duh / nəˈvædəSpanish; Native American
Meaning
Spanish: snow-covered; Native American: the place of snow
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nevada is derived from the Spanish word 'nevada,' meaning snow-covered. It is also associated with the Native American term for the region, reflecting the area's mountainous terrain. Nevada is well-known as a U.S. state, which became famous for its mining history and later for its entertainment industry, particularly in Las Vegas. The name has gained popularity in the United States, especially in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Nevada has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nevada was first seen in the United States in 1953. Nevada has ranked as high as #1220 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in North Dakota. In the past 5 years the name Nevada has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nevada (1990)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ND | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 11 |