Gorman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gorman is an Irish name meaning 'little blue one', originating from the Gaelic 'Gormán'. It evolved from historical forms like Gormán to the modern Gorman. The name is associated with Irish culture and has biblical relevance of 'N/A'. It gained popularity in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide. Today, it is perceived as a traditional name with strong cultural ties, and notable individuals with this name include Gorman Thomas and Amanda Gorman.
The name Gorman is most popular in Maryland, 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, Gorman 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, 'Gorman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1601st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1844th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2871st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Gorman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gorman"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɔːrmən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Gorman is derived from the Gaelic name 'Gormán', which means 'little blue one'. The root 'gorm' means 'blue' in Irish.
Meaning
little blue one
Language Evolution
Gormán, Gorman
Historical Usage
The name Gorman has been in use since the medieval period in Ireland and has seen varied popularity over the centuries, particularly among those with Irish heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Gormley, Gormand
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gorman is seen as a traditional Irish name, often associated with a sense of heritage and cultural pride.
Famous People
Gorman Thomas, an American former professional baseball player., Amanda Gorman, an American poet and activist known for her performance at the 2021 presidential inauguration.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gorman"
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 "Gorman"
"Gorman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1601st of 7545 | 351 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1844th of 6773 | 282 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2871st of 7552 | 156 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
Regional Popularity of "Gorman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- |
72.95% 1726th/2366 |
- |
| 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 "Gorman" 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 "Gorman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gorman" 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.