Porsche Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPOR-shuh / /ˈpɔːrʃə/German; English
Meaning
German: 'offering'; English: derived from the car brand Porsche
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Porsche is primarily associated with the German automobile manufacturer founded by Ferdinand Porsche in 1931. The brand is known for its high-performance sports cars and has become a symbol of luxury and engineering excellence. As a given name, Porsche gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, influenced by the brand's cultural significance.
Trend Summary
The name Porsche has seen a niche popularity, particularly among parents seeking unique names influenced by luxury brands.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Porsche was first seen in the United States in 1971. Porsche has ranked as high as #969 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Porsche has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Porsche (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 48 |
| 1979 | 64 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1983 | 57 |
| 1984 | 66 |
| 1985 | 82 |
| 1986 | 127 |
| 1987 | 182 |
| 1988 | 172 |
| 1989 | 159 |
| 1990 | 179 |
| 1991 | 123 |
| 1992 | 123 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 68 |
| 1995 | 45 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |