US Popularity:10923
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Rainbow, arc of multicolored light
A word from the English language, Rainbow is a name favored for girls. It may come as no surprise that this name means “rainbow” and refers to the arc of multicolored light in the sky on a sunny and rainy day. There may not be a more fitting meaning as your little one enters the world with the same excitement a rainbow holds. In biblical references, the rainbow is a symbol of the covenant between God and Noah, that the land and people will no longer be destroyed by flood. In modern times, the rainbow is also considered a symbol of hope and diversity.

How Popular Is The Name Rainbow?

U.S. Births

Overall:Rainbow is currently #10923 in U.S. births
Girl:Rainbow is currently #6321 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#6321
in 2023
+ 321
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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