US Popularity:645
Origin:British
Meaning:To have confidence or trust; The virtue of Hope; To cherish a desire with anticipation
A newborn baby brings hope, love, and light into the world. Hope may be "the thing with feathers" as the famous Emily Dickinson poem highlights, and it's also a beautiful name for a baby girl. This life-affirming name means "to have confidence or trust," "the virtue of Hope," and "to cherish a desire with anticipation," honoring someone with a positive mindset and optimistic outlook. Baby Hope will certainly be someone who faces life with fresh eyes and a can-do attitude as they find their way and follow their dreams. Watch your little bird take flight as she embraces all that is good and inspiring in the world!

How Popular Is The Name Hope?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Hope is currently #1240 on The Bump
Girl:Hope is currently #889 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Hope is currently #645 in U.S. births
Girl:Hope is currently #302 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#302
in 2023
- 43
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Hope

  • Behind the Name, Hope, July 2008

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, hope, October 2020

  • Merriam-Webster, hope

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