Smith
s-mi-th
US Popularity:3159
Origin:British
Meaning:blacksmith
Previously known exclusively as a last name, Smith has function and strength. Meaning "blacksmith," this name has British origins and was initially used to let the village know your trade. Hence why we see a lot of people with last names like Carpenter, Manson, and so on. However, this name now stands proudly on its own and gives a distinctly unique flair as a first name. During the final decades of the 19th century, Smith was very popular before falling away in the century that followed. Isn’t it time to bring back this distinct and somewhat trendy name?
Famous People Named Smith
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Emmitt SmithFootball Player
- Robert SmithMusician
- Tommie SmithCivil Rights Activist
- Will SmithActor
How Popular Is The Name Smith?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Smith is currently #3234 on The Bump
Boy:Smith is currently #1816 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Smith is currently #3159 in U.S. births
Boy:Smith is currently #1548 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1548
in 2023
+ 32
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Smith, October 2011
Ancestry, Smith Family History
WordSense Dictionary, smith (English)
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