Symphony
Symphony is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Agreement of sound, concord, or harmony.
Origin and history
Symphony is an English vocabulary name derived from the Greek word 'symphonia', meaning agreement or harmony of sound. It entered the American naming lexicon as a modern musical word name. In the United States, it has seen increased usage in recent decades as a melodic and artistic choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,256 babies in the United States have been named Symphony since 1880. It ranks #3116 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1249.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.7 %)
- TX (16.7 %)
- NY (14 %)
- FL (9.9 %)
- PA (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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 55 |
| 1990-2000 | 347 |
| 2000-2010 | 607 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,304 |
| 2020-2029 | 938 |
Fun facts
- The word originates from the Ancient Greek 'syn' (together) and 'phone' (sound or voice).
- Symphony belongs to the contemporary movement of musical vocabulary names like Melody, Harmony, and Cadence.