Acacia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Acacia originates from Greek, meaning 'thorny tree', and has evolved through various languages. It is linked to the Acacia tree, symbolizing strength and resilience. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Acacia gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as a distinctive name with natural connotations.
The name Acacia is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Acacia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Acacia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1729th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1723rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2315th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Acacia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Acacia"
Pronunciation
/əˈkeɪ.ʃə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Acacia comes from the Greek word 'akakia', which refers to a thorny tree or shrub. The term is also used in the context of the Acacia tree, which is known for its resilience and ability to thrive in various environments.
Meaning
thorny tree
Language Evolution
Akakia (Ancient Greek), Acacia (Latin), Acacia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Acacia gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, particularly due to its association with the Acacia tree, which is often symbolically linked to strength and endurance.
Variants & Derivatives
Kacia, Cacia, Kay, Cay
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Acacia is perceived as a unique and nature-inspired name. It is often associated with resilience and beauty, reflecting the characteristics of the Acacia tree.
Famous People
Acacia Brinley, Acacia Kersey
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Acacia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Acacia"
"Acacia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4658th of 19264 | 192 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1729th of 27321 | 1,236 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1723rd of 35406 | 1,854 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2315th of 30306 | 955 |
Regional Popularity of "Acacia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Acacia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
67.01% 2710th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.19% 2181st/3685 |
60.65% 2714th/4475 |
48.59% 2524th/5194 |
22.27% 1407th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.79% 2098th/4582 |
52.38% 2705th/5164 |
37.47% 2740th/7313 |
17.38% 1297th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.23% 2559th/3984 |
64.61% 2899th/4487 |
47.55% 3244th/6822 |
31.99% 2008th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Acacia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Acacia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.