Temperance Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEM-per-ance / /ˈtɛmpərəns/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: moderation; English: self-restraint
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Temperance derives from the Latin word 'temperantia,' which means moderation or self-restraint. It was used in the context of moral virtue, particularly in relation to temperance movements in the 19th century that advocated for moderation in alcohol consumption. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, reflecting the cultural values of the time. It is often associated with the virtue of moderation in various aspects of life.
Trend Summary
The name Temperance has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly among those seeking unique virtue names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Temperance was first seen in the United States in 1916. Temperance has ranked as high as #1073 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, California, Missouri, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Temperance has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Temperance (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 78 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 165 |
| 2010 | 214 |
| 2011 | 274 |
| 2012 | 321 |
| 2013 | 289 |
| 2014 | 323 |
| 2015 | 250 |
| 2016 | 235 |
| 2017 | 190 |
| 2018 | 164 |
| 2019 | 156 |
| 2020 | 147 |
| 2021 | 123 |
| 2022 | 125 |
| 2023 | 100 |
| 2024 | 90 |