Coast Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Coast' has its roots in Old French and Latin, meaning 'the land along the sea'. It evolved through various historical forms before reaching its modern usage. The term is associated with geographical features and carries positive connotations in contemporary contexts. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Coast"
Pronunciation
/koʊst/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The term 'coast' originates from the Old French word 'coste', which means 'side' or 'border'. This was derived from the Latin word 'costa', which means 'rib' or 'side'.
Meaning
the land along the sea
Language Evolution
Latin: costa, Old French: coste, Middle English: coste, Modern English: coast
Historical Usage
The term 'coast' began to be used in English around the 14th century and gained popularity as maritime trade and exploration expanded in the following centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Coastal, Coaster
Modern Popularity & Image
The term 'coast' is commonly used in geographical and environmental contexts, as well as in tourism, signifying both beauty and adventure.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 199 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 15 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Coast"
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 "Coast"
"Coast" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2956th of 23106 | 490 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14928th of 30306 | 55 |
Regional Popularity of "Coast" 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) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
32.04% 2186th/6822 |
35.60% 2234th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Coast" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Coast"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Coast" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Coast" in the United States
The name Coast is most popular in Florida, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Coast has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Coast' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2956th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14928th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Coast' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.