Goddess Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Goddess' originates from Old English, meaning 'female deity'. It evolved from 'goddesses' in Old English to its current form. The term encapsulates traits of femininity and divinity, though it does not have a direct biblical reference. Its usage has become more prominent in discussions of empowerment and mythology.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Goddess"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɒd.ɪs/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The term 'goddess' is derived from the Old English word 'god' which referred to a deity or divine being, with the feminine suffix '-ess' indicating a female form.
Meaning
female deity
Language Evolution
Old English: goddesses, Middle English: goddesse, Modern English: goddess
Historical Usage
The term gained popularity in the English language during the Middle English period and has been used in various contexts to refer to female deities across different cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Godess, Deity, Divine
Modern Popularity & Image
The concept of a goddess is often associated with empowerment and femininity in contemporary culture, symbolizing strength and divinity.
Famous People
Goddess Durga (Hinduism), Goddess Athena (Greek mythology)
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 68 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Goddess"
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 "Goddess"
"Goddess" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9282nd of 35406 | 177 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3532nd of 30306 | 532 |
Regional Popularity of "Goddess" 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 "Goddess" 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) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
65.19% 2925th/4487 |
46.63% 3181st/6822 |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Goddess"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Goddess" 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 "Goddess" in the United States
The name Goddess is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. 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, Goddess has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Goddess' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9282nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3532nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Goddess' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.