Estil Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Estil is an Old English name meaning 'noble' or 'esteemed', derived from 'æstil'. It has evolved through various historical forms and reflects traits of nobility. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with this name. While its usage has declined over the centuries, it is perceived positively as a unique name in modern times.
The name Estil is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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. From 2020-2022, Estil has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Estil' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1553rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1677th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2747th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5920th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Estil' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Estil"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛstɪl/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Estil is derived from the Old English word 'æstil', which means 'noble' or 'esteemed'.
Meaning
noble, esteemed
Language Evolution
Æstil (Old English), Estil (Middle English), Estil (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Estil was used in England during the Old English period and has seen a decline in usage since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Estelle, Estella, Esty
Modern Popularity & Image
Estil is an uncommon name today, but it carries an image of nobility and uniqueness.
Famous People
Estil H. McCarty (American politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Estil"
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 "Estil"
"Estil" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1553rd of 7545 | 366 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1677th of 6773 | 329 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2747th of 7552 | 169 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5920th of 10718 | 44 |
Regional Popularity of "Estil" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
66.45% 941st/1416 |
- |
38.88% 920th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.35% 926th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
51.66% 1474th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Estil" 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 "Estil"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Estil" 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.