US Popularity:5737
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 Rogers
    Actress

Ginger Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ginger is currently #4183 on The Bump
Boy:Ginger is currently #2340 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Ginger is currently #2786 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ginger is currently #5737 in U.S. births
Girl:Ginger is currently #3275 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#3275
in 2023
+ 55
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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