Indigo
Indigo is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Indian dye or deep blue color.
Origin and history
Indigo is a unisex name derived from the Greek word for a deep blue dye originally imported from India. While historically rare for boys in the United States, it has seen a noticeable rise in modern usage as a nature and color name. Today, it offers a distinct, creative, and contemporary vibe for parents seeking a vibrant name.
Popularity in the United States
1,222 babies in the United States have been named Indigo since 1880. It ranks #3476 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1353.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- FL (9.2 %)
- CO (7.9 %)
- NY (4.5 %)
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 | 73 |
| 2000-2010 | 164 |
| 2010-2019 | 393 |
| 2020-2029 | 592 |
Nicknames
Indie, Indy, Go
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Greek 'Indikon', meaning 'from India', referencing the rich blue dye produced from local plants.
- Nearly half of all historical U.S. male births registered with the name Indigo have occurred since 2020.