Ginger
jin-jur
US Popularity:5778
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Uncertain
Meaning:Root; Pep, liveliness
Ginger is a gender-neutral name. Although it’s taken from the Old English gingifer, it’s believed to have come from an ancient South Indian word which means “root.” However, the pungency of this particular spice lends Ginger as a name the meaning “pep” or “liveliness.” So although Ginger might be used exclusively today in reference to a red crown of locks, it can also foster a bubbly, vivacious spirit in baby.
Famous People Named Ginger
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- Ginger RogersActress
Ginger Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ginger is currently #4531 on The Bump
Boy:Ginger is currently #3045 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Ginger is currently #2528 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ginger is currently #5778 in U.S. births
Boy:Ginger is currently #10760 in U.S. births
Girl:Ginger is currently #5943 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#5943
in 2023
+ 86
from 2022
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