US Popularity:513
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Place name
London is a gender-neutral name of Latin, English, and Roman origin. Most popularly known as the name given to the capital of England and the United Kingdom, as well as a city in Canada. While the etymology of this place name is uncertain, a popular theory is that London comes from the Latin word Londinium, used during the era of the Roman Empire. Another possibility is that London comes from the name of King Lud, who founded and ruled the city before Roman times. London offers a chic alternative to names like Paris, Florence, and India, which are more commonly used. Steeped in sophistication and charm, London is the perfect title for a unique and urbane personality like baby’s.

London Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:London is currently #1453 on The Bump
Boy:London is currently #1047 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:London is currently #793 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:London is currently #513 in U.S. births
Boy:London is currently #2126 in U.S. births
Girl:London is currently #615 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#615
in 2022
- 135
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
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