Fox
Fox is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Refers to the wild animal of the family Canidae, or a sly, clever person.
Origin and history
Fox originated as an English surname derived from the wild animal, traditionally used as a nickname for a sly or cunning person. It has emerged in recent decades as a trendy, nature-inspired modern given name in the United States. Its usage has grown noticeably since the 2010s, appealing to parents seeking short, bold animal names.
Popularity in the United States
3,891 babies in the United States have been named Fox since 1880. It ranks #2044 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #977.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.2 %)
- TX (10.2 %)
- WA (6.2 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
- NY (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 178 |
| 2000-2010 | 537 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,944 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,217 |
Famous people named Fox
- Fox Stevenson: Musician, Producer
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread cultural recognition through the iconic fictional character Fox Mulder from 'The X-Files' in the 1990s.
- Fox is part of a 21st-century movement toward brief, distinct animal and nature names like Bear, Wolf, and Hawk.