September Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name September has its roots in Latin, meaning 'seventh.' It evolved from Latin through Old French and Middle English, maintaining its original meaning. September is associated with the transition into autumn, and while it has no biblical relevance, it holds significance in various cultural contexts.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "September"
Pronunciation
/sɛpˈtɛmbər/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name September comes from the Latin word 'septem,' meaning seven. It was originally the seventh month in the Roman calendar.
Meaning
seventh
Language Evolution
Septem (Latin), September (Old French), September (Middle English)
Historical Usage
September gained popularity as a month name after the Roman calendar was adopted, transitioning into the Julian and Gregorian calendars.
Variants & Derivatives
Septembre (French), Settembre (Italian), Septiembre (Spanish)
Modern Popularity & Image
September is commonly associated with the beginning of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and is often viewed as a month of change and new beginnings.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 51 peak births in 1980
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "September"
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 "September"
"September" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3437th of 12526 | 229 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2468th of 19264 | 505 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2871st of 27321 | 604 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4315th of 35406 | 506 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4814th of 30306 | 338 |
Regional Popularity of "September" 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 "September" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
72.43% 2010th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
74.91% 2200th/2937 |
- | - |
51.98% 2102nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
76.55% 2821st/3685 |
- |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
55.50% 3506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
- |
80.83% 5911th/7313 |
91.57% 6834th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "September"
This map shows the relative popularity of "September" 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 "September" in the United States
The name September is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, September has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'September' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3437th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2468th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2871st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4315th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4814th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'September' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.