Memphis
Memphis is a girl's name of Egyptian origin.
Meaning
Enduring and beautiful.
Origin and history
Memphis is a place name of Ancient Egyptian origin, derived from Men-nefer, the capital of ancient Egypt, meaning 'enduring and beautiful'. In modern times, it is widely recognized as the major city in Tennessee known for its rich musical heritage. It has gained popularity in the U.S. as a unisex place name, seeing increased usage for girls in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,550 babies in the United States have been named Memphis since 1880. It ranks #3495 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1138.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.6 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- FL (7.7 %)
- OH (7.1 %)
- GA (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 12 |
| 2000-2010 | 419 |
| 2010-2019 | 994 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,120 |
Fun facts
- Memphis was the ancient capital of Inebu-hedj, the first nome of Lower Egypt.
- In the United States, Memphis, Tennessee, is famous as a landmark location for blues, rock and roll, and soul music.