Volney
Volney is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Of French habitational origin, associated with the French philosopher Count de Volney.
Origin and history
Volney is a masculine name derived from a French place name, famously adopted as a pseudonym by the 18th-century French philosopher Constantin François de Chassebœuf. It gained modest usage in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often given in honor of historical figures or family surnames. Today, it is exceptionally rare in American birth records.
Popularity in the United States
629 babies in the United States have been named Volney since 1880. It ranks #4047 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 40 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 22 |
| 1910-1920 | 156 |
| 1920-1930 | 152 |
| 1930-1940 | 107 |
| 1940-1950 | 46 |
| 1950-1960 | 46 |
| 1960-1970 | 18 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Volney
- Volney Palmer: Businessperson, Advertising Pioneer
Fun facts
- The name gained international fame through the French Enlightenment philosopher and traveler Count de Volney (1757–1820).
- Volney was most frequently recorded in the United States during the late 19th century and has since become extremely rare.