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Summary

The name 'Unknown' originates from the Old English term 'uncnowen,' meaning not known. It has evolved through various forms in the English language, retaining its meaning related to unfamiliarity. The term does not have biblical relevance and has been widely used throughout history. In contemporary usage, it often signifies mystery or ambiguity.

The name Unknown is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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. 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, Unknown has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female 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. 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, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Unknown' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1419th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2195th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 442nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1867th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 985th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2417th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2045th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2353rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1829th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 518th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3652nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1547th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3713th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3190th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Unknown' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.