Banks Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Banks originates from the Old English term for 'bank' or 'slope', indicating a geographical feature. It has evolved through forms such as 'Banc' and 'Bank'. The name conveys meanings related to land features and has historical roots in medieval England. It is not associated with biblical texts. Today, Banks is considered a trendy surname, linked to notable figures in the arts and entertainment.
The name Banks is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Banks has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Banks' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2151st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2706th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3693rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3633rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 701st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4171st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Banks' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Banks"
Pronunciation
/bæŋks/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name 'Banks' is derived from the Old English word 'banc', which means 'bank' or 'slope'. It originally referred to someone who lived near a riverbank or a slope of land.
Meaning
riverbank, slope
Language Evolution
Banc, Bank, Banks
Historical Usage
The surname Banks began to gain popularity in England during the medieval period, particularly as a topographic surname for people living near banks or slopes.
Variants & Derivatives
Bank, Bancs, Banke
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Banks is perceived as a modern and trendy surname, often associated with the financial sector due to its meaning.
Famous People
Banksy - Renowned street artist, Banks - American rapper
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Banks"
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 "Banks"
"Banks" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2151st of 7545 | 226 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2706th of 6773 | 145 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3693rd of 7552 | 88 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3633rd of 24088 | 414 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 701st of 23106 | 4,420 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4171st of 30306 | 418 |
Regional Popularity of "Banks" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
57.82% 1368th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
82.83% 1949th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
29.24% 2138th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
16.49% 657th/3984 |
33.14% 1487th/4487 |
8.55% 583rd/6822 |
11.63% 730th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Banks" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.61% 3052nd/3984 |
- |
46.63% 3181st/6822 |
56.39% 3539th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Banks"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Banks" 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.