Aspen
Aspen is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Aspen tree or quaking tree.
Origin and history
Aspen is a nature-inspired name derived from the Old English word for the quaking aspen tree. Traditionally used as a feminine or gender-neutral name, it has seen a noticeable rise in usage for boys in the United States in recent years. It evokes outdoor landscapes, winter sports, and the distinctive fluttering leaves of the aspen tree.
Popularity in the United States
3,010 babies in the United States have been named Aspen since 1880. It ranks #2353 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #942.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.5 %)
- CA (9.4 %)
- GA (7.1 %)
- FL (6.9 %)
- NC (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 305 |
| 2000-2010 | 452 |
| 2010-2019 | 966 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,287 |
Fun facts
- The name refers to the aspen tree, famous for its leaves that tremble or 'quake' in the slightest breeze due to flattened leaf stems.
- Aspen is also widely recognized as a famous mountain resort town in Colorado, giving the name a rustic yet upscale association.
- Although historically more common for girls, the name Aspen has steadily risen in popularity for American boys in the 2020s.