Apple
Symbolizing beauty, love, and temptation in Christian tradition.
Name Census estimates that about 457 living Americans carry the first name Apple. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Apple today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Apple births was 2005 (44 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Apple. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
457
~ 1 in 750,009 Americans
Peak year
2005
44 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2024 SSA rank
#15,461
Tracked since 1971
Popularity
Apple: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Apple from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 185 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Apple by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Apple during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Apples live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Texas, New York recorded the most babies named Apple, while New York, Texas, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 23 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Apple
The given name Apple is a fairly recent invention, originating in the late 20th century. It does not have any roots in ancient languages or historical texts. The name is derived from the English word "apple," which refers to the popular fruit that grows on trees. This edible fruit has been cultivated for thousands of years and has been a part of various cultures and traditions worldwide.
While the name Apple itself does not have a long historical background, it has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique and nature-inspired name choice. Some parents may choose this name to reflect their love for the outdoors, nature, or healthy living. Others may simply find the name appealing for its simplicity and association with the vibrant red color of the fruit.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the first name Apple is Apple Ivy, an American actress born in 1996. She has appeared in several television shows and films, including "Juno" and "Escape Room."
Another notable person named Apple is Apple Gabriel, a Canadian singer-songwriter born in 1984. She is known for her folk-rock style and has released several albums, including "Whipping Boy" and "Terrible Thrills Vol. 1."
In 2004, Apple Martin was born to the famous actress Gwyneth Paltrow and musician Chris Martin. Her unique name garnered significant media attention and may have contributed to the rising popularity of the name Apple.
Apple Brains, born in 1990, is a Dutch artist and activist known for her vibrant murals and street art promoting environmental awareness and social justice.
Apple Khamrang, born in 1985, is a Thai model and actress who has appeared in various television shows and movies in her home country.
While the name Apple may not have a rich historical background, it has carved its own niche in modern times as a unique and nature-inspired name choice. As society continues to embrace creativity and individuality in naming practices, the name Apple will likely continue to be a appealing option for parents seeking a fresh and unconventional name for their child.
People
Apple + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Apple as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Apple: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Apple?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 457 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Apple going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 750,009 US residents.
Is Apple a common name?
We classify Apple as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 464 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Apple most popular?
The single biggest year for Apple was 2005, when 44 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Apple is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Apple a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Apple in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.