Seven Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Seven originates from the English language, meaning the number seven. Its linguistic path traces back to Old English and Proto-Germanic roots. The name represents uniqueness and modernity, with no biblical relevance, and has gained popularity recently as a distinctive choice for parents.

The name Seven is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Seven has been too falling for male 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. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Seven' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9449th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2009th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1098th out of 23106 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 4856th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2923rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Seven' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Seven"

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Pronunciation

/ˈsɛvən/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Seven derives from the Old English word 'seofon', which means the number seven. It has roots in many languages, including Latin 'septem' and Greek 'hepta'.

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Meaning

the number seven

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Language Evolution

Old English: seofon, Proto-Germanic: *sebun, Proto-Indo-European: *septḿ̥

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Historical Usage

The name Seven has been used as a given name in various cultures, particularly in recent years as a unique choice for children, gaining popularity in the 21st century.

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Variants & Derivatives

Sev, Seveny

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Seven is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Seven K. Kim, American entrepreneur, Seven Wonders, a popular musician

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Seven"

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 "Seven"

"Seven" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 10718th of 10718 5
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 9449th of 16616 38
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2009th of 24088 993
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1098th of 23106 2,203
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 22013th of 27321 12
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 4856th of 35406 434
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2923rd of 30306 692

Regional Popularity of "Seven" 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)
49.85%
2284th/4582
43.47%
2245th/5164
25.11%
1836th/7313
27.75%
2071st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
32.13%
1280th/3984
23.87%
1071st/4487
13.56%
925th/6822
20.12%
1263rd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Seven" 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)
- - 83.69%
6120th/7313
57.11%
4262nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 65.79%
2952nd/4487
36.07%
2461st/6822
47.21%
2963rd/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Seven"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Seven" 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.