Vesper Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Vesper originates from the Latin word meaning 'evening' or 'evening star.' It has evolved through several historical forms, including Vespera and Vespasian. Although it has biblical relevance through evening prayers, it primarily embodies traits of uniqueness and sophistication in modern usage.
The name Vesper is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Vesper has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Vesper' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4825th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15496th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4035th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11557th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3070th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vesper' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vesper"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɛspər/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vesper is derived from the Latin word 'vesper,' which means 'evening' or 'evening star.' It is often associated with the evening prayer in Christian liturgy.
Meaning
evening, evening star
Language Evolution
Vesper (Latin), Vespera (Late Latin), Vesper (Old French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly within Christian communities due to its association with evening prayers and liturgical practices.
Variants & Derivatives
Vespera, Vespasian, Vesperina
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, the name Vesper is often viewed as unique and has a poetic, romantic connotation. It is less common than many traditional names, giving it an air of sophistication.
Famous People
Vesper Lynd - a fictional character in Ian Fleming's James Bond series, Vesper Martin - an American entrepreneur and philanthropist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vesper"
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 "Vesper"
"Vesper" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4825th of 7545 | 36 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15496th of 23106 | 25 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4035th of 9107 | 91 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11557th of 35406 | 126 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3070th of 30306 | 642 |
Regional Popularity of "Vesper" 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 "Vesper" 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) |
- | - |
92.14% 6738th/7313 |
91.57% 6834th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
59.79% 4079th/6822 |
38.58% 2421st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vesper"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vesper" 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.