Dream
Dream is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Joy, vision, or aspiration.
Origin and history
Dream is a modern English word name derived from the Old English word for joy, music, or vision seen during sleep. It gained significant popularity in the U.S. during the late 2010s, partially boosted by high-profile celebrity culture. Today, it stands as an expressive and whimsical modern choice for baby girls.
Popularity in the United States
7,771 babies in the United States have been named Dream since 1880. It ranks #1898 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #364.
States where it is most popular
- FL (8.7 %)
- TX (7.8 %)
- CA (7.5 %)
- GA (7.1 %)
- NY (6.9 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 47 |
| 2000-2010 | 564 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,044 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,110 |
Famous people named Dream
- Dream Kardashian: Media personality
Fun facts
- While the modern meaning refers to visions during sleep, the Old English root 'drēam' originally meant joy, mirth, or music.
- The name experienced a substantial rise in usage in the U.S. following the mid-2010s, becoming a recognized contemporary choice.