Prince
Prince is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
First, chief, or prince.
Origin and history
Prince is an English given name derived from the noble title, which traces back to the Latin word 'princeps' meaning 'first' or 'chief'. It gained increased usage as a modern given name in the late 20th and 21st centuries, influenced by music culture and a trend toward regal vocabulary names. In recent years, it has maintained a consistent presence on U.S. birth charts.
Popularity in the United States
23,601 babies in the United States have been named Prince since 1880. It ranks #767 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #360.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
- FL (9.1 %)
- CA (7.9 %)
- GA (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 180 |
| 1890-1900 | 182 |
| 1900-1910 | 240 |
| 1910-1920 | 658 |
| 1920-1930 | 772 |
| 1930-1940 | 573 |
| 1940-1950 | 590 |
| 1950-1960 | 669 |
| 1960-1970 | 551 |
| 1970-1980 | 602 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,526 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,251 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,336 |
| 2010-2019 | 8,095 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,376 |
Famous people named Prince
- Prince Rogers Nelson: Singer, Songwriter
- Prince Amukamara: American football player
Fun facts
- The title stems from the Latin word 'princeps', formed from 'primus' (first) and 'capere' (to take).
- The legendary artist Prince was given the legal first name Prince Rogers Nelson at birth by his father.