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The name Memphis originates from the Ancient Egyptian 'Mn-nfr,' meaning 'enduring and beautiful.' It evolved through Greek into its current form in English. Historically, it was a capital city in Egypt, which lends it significant cultural importance. The name reflects traits of durability and beauty. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Today, Memphis is often perceived positively due to its connection with music and culture, and notable individuals with the name contribute to its recognition.

The name Memphis is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Memphis has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling 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 female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Memphis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4320th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4578th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 954th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 525th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3731st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1493rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Memphis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.