South Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsouth / /saʊθ/English; Old English
Meaning
Direction; southern region
Historical & Cultural Background
The name South is derived from the Old English word 'sūþ', which means 'south'. It is primarily used as a directional term and has been adopted as a given name in modern contexts. The use of geographic names as personal names has become more common in recent years, reflecting a trend towards unique and nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
The name South is relatively uncommon but reflects a growing trend towards unique and nature-inspired names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name South was first seen in the United States in 1927. South has ranked as high as #884 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name South has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1927 | 5 |