Temple
Temple is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Place of worship, sanctuary, or associated with the Knights Templar.
Origin and history
Temple originates as an English habitational surname denoting someone who lived near a temple or a property owned by the Knights Templar. Historically used as a given name in the United States, it remains relatively uncommon today. It carries a classical, architectural quality with historical depth.
Popularity in the United States
828 babies in the United States have been named Temple since 1880. It ranks #3848 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1911.
States where it is most popular
- TX (72.1 %)
- OK (14 %)
- VA (14 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 113 |
| 1920-1930 | 125 |
| 1930-1940 | 113 |
| 1940-1950 | 93 |
| 1950-1960 | 86 |
| 1960-1970 | 98 |
| 1970-1980 | 55 |
| 1980-1990 | 38 |
| 1990-2000 | 16 |
| 2000-2010 | 35 |
| 2010-2019 | 35 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Famous people named Temple
- Temple Lea Houston: Lawyer, Politician
Fun facts
- Originally applied to individuals living near religious temples or lands owned by the Knights Templar medieval military order.
- Temple reflects the long-standing Anglo-American tradition of transferring occupational or locational surnames into first names.