Xanthe Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAN-thee / /ˈzæn.θi/Greek
Meaning
golden, yellow
Historical & Cultural Background
Xanthe is derived from the ancient Greek word 'xanthos', which means 'yellow' or 'golden'. In Greek mythology, Xanthe was a name associated with several figures, including a river and a daughter of the sea god Nereus. The name reflects the beauty of nature and is often linked to the sun and light. It has been used in various forms throughout history, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern times.
Trend Summary
Xanthe has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low but steady presence in baby name registries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xanthe was first seen in the United States in 1964. Xanthe has ranked as high as #1287 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Xanthe has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |