Find out how popular the first name Fallen has been for the last 8 years (from 1981 to 1988) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Fallen by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Fallen is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1988, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Fallen.

The history of the first name Fallen

The name Fallen is an English word that has its origins in the verb "to fall." It likely emerged as a given name during the Middle English period, which spanned from the late 11th century to the late 15th century. The name may have been used to describe someone who had fallen from grace or had experienced a significant setback in life.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Fallen is in the 14th-century work "The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer. In the "Pardoner's Tale," Chaucer mentions a character named Fallen, though it is unclear whether this was meant as a proper name or a descriptive term.

During the Renaissance period, the name Fallen gained some popularity, particularly among writers and philosophers who explored themes of human fallibility and redemption. One notable figure with this name was Fallen Hawthorne (1590-1642), an English poet and playwright who wrote several works exploring the human condition.

In the 18th century, the name Fallen was associated with the Romantic movement, which celebrated the beauty and power of nature. Fallen Wordsworth (1770-1850), a renowned English poet, was a leading figure of this movement and wrote extensively about the natural world and the human experience within it.

The 19th century saw the rise of the Fallen family in the United States. One of the most prominent members of this family was Fallen Rockefeller (1839-1937), an industrialist and philanthropist who amassed a vast fortune through his ventures in the oil industry.

Another notable figure with the name Fallen was Fallen Einstein (1879-1955), the renowned German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity and made groundbreaking contributions to the field of physics.

In more recent times, the name Fallen has been used sparingly, perhaps due to its somewhat somber connotations. However, it has maintained a small but dedicated following among those who appreciate its unique history and meaning.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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