Prince Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationprints / prɪntsLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: prince; English: royal son
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Prince has its roots in the Latin word 'princeps,' meaning 'first' or 'chief.' It has been used historically as a title for royalty and nobility. In English-speaking cultures, the name gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly influenced by notable figures in music and entertainment.
Trend Summary
The name Prince has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often influenced by cultural icons.
Similar Names
Variants
- Prinze
International Variants
- Príncipe (Spanish)
- Princ (Slavic)
Famous people named Prince
Prince Rogers Nelson was an American singer, songwriter, and musician known for his eclectic work and influence on popular music.
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, is a member of the British royal family and second in line to the throne.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is a member of the British royal family known for his charitable work and public engagements.
Prince Naseem Hamed is a retired British professional boxer known for his flamboyant style and success in the ring.
Fictional characters named Prince
Prince Eric is a character from Disney's 'The Little Mermaid,' known as Ariel's love interest.
Prince Zuko is a character in the animated series 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' known for his complex journey of redemption.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Prince was first seen in the United States in 1880. Prince has ranked as high as #537 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Texas, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Prince has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Prince (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 94 | |
FL | 65 | |
NY | 56 | |
CA | 55 | |
NC | 42 | |
GA | 41 | |
IL | 33 | |
PA | 31 | |
OH | 26 | |
MI | 24 | |
MO | 21 | |
AL | 20 | |
SC | 20 | |
VA | 18 | |
IN | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 16 |
1881 | 17 |
1882 | 18 |
1883 | 18 |
1884 | 17 |
1885 | 21 |
1886 | 22 |
1887 | 18 |
1888 | 19 |
1889 | 14 |
1890 | 18 |
1891 | 26 |
1892 | 19 |
1893 | 14 |
1894 | 13 |
1895 | 18 |
1896 | 26 |
1897 | 19 |
1898 | 14 |
1899 | 15 |
1900 | 22 |
1901 | 29 |
1902 | 21 |
1903 | 23 |
1904 | 29 |
1905 | 24 |
1906 | 20 |
1907 | 17 |
1908 | 25 |
1909 | 30 |
1910 | 38 |
1911 | 31 |
1912 | 49 |
1913 | 50 |
1914 | 69 |
1915 | 80 |
1916 | 85 |
1917 | 86 |
1918 | 90 |
1919 | 80 |
1920 | 80 |
1921 | 82 |
1922 | 97 |
1923 | 66 |
1924 | 96 |
1925 | 75 |
1926 | 73 |
1927 | 69 |
1928 | 70 |
1929 | 64 |
1930 | 63 |
1931 | 49 |
1932 | 63 |
1933 | 51 |
1934 | 49 |
1935 | 59 |
1936 | 55 |
1937 | 62 |
1938 | 66 |
1939 | 56 |
1940 | 60 |
1941 | 51 |
1942 | 45 |
1943 | 62 |
1944 | 54 |
1945 | 52 |
1946 | 64 |
1947 | 67 |
1948 | 58 |
1949 | 77 |
1950 | 52 |
1951 | 66 |
1952 | 58 |
1953 | 71 |
1954 | 73 |
1955 | 75 |
1956 | 74 |
1957 | 81 |
1958 | 55 |
1959 | 64 |
1960 | 61 |
1961 | 55 |
1962 | 63 |
1963 | 64 |
1964 | 70 |
1965 | 48 |
1966 | 46 |
1967 | 45 |
1968 | 55 |
1969 | 44 |
1970 | 51 |
1971 | 52 |
1972 | 49 |
1973 | 63 |
1974 | 59 |
1975 | 39 |
1976 | 65 |
1977 | 59 |
1978 | 73 |
1979 | 92 |
1980 | 131 |
1981 | 146 |
1982 | 137 |
1983 | 167 |
1984 | 206 |
1985 | 195 |
1986 | 150 |
1987 | 122 |
1988 | 138 |
1989 | 134 |
1990 | 126 |
1991 | 135 |
1992 | 129 |
1993 | 118 |
1994 | 95 |
1995 | 105 |
1996 | 96 |
1997 | 123 |
1998 | 172 |
1999 | 152 |
2000 | 176 |
2001 | 164 |
2002 | 161 |
2003 | 202 |
2004 | 228 |
2005 | 232 |
2006 | 247 |
2007 | 273 |
2008 | 302 |
2009 | 351 |
2010 | 500 |
2011 | 551 |
2012 | 594 |
2013 | 634 |
2014 | 755 |
2015 | 830 |
2016 | 1,012 |
2017 | 988 |
2018 | 1,066 |
2019 | 1,162 |
2020 | 1,051 |
2021 | 978 |
2022 | 943 |
2023 | 893 |
2024 | 797 |