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Sparrow Unisex

Popularity: #906 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationSPAR-oh / /ˈspɛr.oʊ/

English; Nature-inspired

Meaning

English: small bird; Nature-inspired: symbol of freedom

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Sparrow is derived from the English word for the small bird, which is often associated with joy and freedom. In various cultures, sparrows symbolize protection and community. The name has gained popularity in recent years as part of a trend towards nature-inspired names for children.

Trend Summary

Sparrow has seen a rise in popularity as a unique and nature-inspired name in recent years.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Sparrow was first seen in the United States in 1977. Sparrow has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Sparrow has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Sparrow (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 7
58%
FL 5
42%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19775
19958
19975
19987
20047
20056
20069
20075
200818
200917
201032
201131
201250
201367
201465
201555
201667
201788
201869
201968
202055
202169
202261
202360
202444