Indigo
i-ndi-go,
in-digo
US Popularity:1500
Origin:British
Meaning:a deep blue dye; Indian dye
Indigo is a gender-neutral name of English and Greek origins that is sure to match baby’s rich, vibrant soul. Coming from the Greek word Indikon, which translates to “from India,” indigo is a deep blue color that has a touch of purple in its hue. Its name comes from the ancient natural dye made from a family of plants native to India. This is a wonderful way to show baby the beauty of this colorful world. As you and your bundle of joy look at the rainbow after the rain, the name Indigo makes for a beautiful reminder of how beautiful the earth is.
How Popular Is The Name Indigo?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Indigo is currently #1033 on The Bump
Boy:Indigo is currently #579 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Indigo is currently #744 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Indigo is currently #1500 in U.S. births
Boy:Indigo is currently #1743 in U.S. births
Girl:Indigo is currently #964 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#964
in 2023
+ 14
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 157
Behind the Name, Indigo June 2023
Merriam-Webster, Indigo
Name Doctor, Indigo
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'indigo'
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