Somer
Somer is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Summer or the warm season.
Origin and history
Somer is a modern spelling variant of the English name Summer, which derives from the Old English word for the warm season. While less common than the standard spelling, it has maintained steady, occasional use in the United States over the decades. It offers a nature-inspired seasonal choice with a soft, friendly sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,244 babies in the United States have been named Somer since 1880. It ranks #3712 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2069.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24 %)
- TX (16.6 %)
- OH (9.7 %)
- FL (8.2 %)
- NC (7.4 %)
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 | 461 |
| 1980-1990 | 747 |
| 1990-2000 | 556 |
| 2000-2010 | 338 |
| 2010-2019 | 110 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Fun facts
- Somer is an alternative phonetic spelling of the popular seasonal name Summer.
- The spelling 'somer' reflects the Middle English word for the summer season before standard modern English spelling was fixed.