London
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: From the Great River; Fortress
Background: The name London originates from the Old English term 'Lunden,' which is derived from the Latin 'Londinium.' The original meaning is believed to be related to the term for a great river, referring to the Thames, which plays a crucial role in the city's geography and history. The Latin influence established its use as a fortified settlement.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#641
Total births
53,894
Most popular decade
2010s
(91,623 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-262 ranks)
Years in Top 100
4
First recorded year
1886
Gender usage
18.9% male
81.1% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1886
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #959
- Peak year
- 2009
- Peak year births
- 520
- Peak rank
- #519
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 167
- Recent rank
- #1,206
Female
- First year
- 1963
- First year births
- 6
- First year rank
- #5,890
- Peak year
- 2013
- Peak year births
- 3,462
- Peak rank
- #85
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 872
- Recent rank
- #355
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).