Printess
A feminine invented name, a combination of "print" and the feminine "-ess" suffix.
Name Census estimates that about 9 living Americans carry the first name Printess. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Printess today is around 63 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Printess births was 1926 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Printess. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Printess. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
9
~ 1 in 38,083,815 Americans
Peak year
1926
7 babies that year
Average age
63
years old
1979 SSA rank
#6,799
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Printess: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Printess from the 1910s through to the 1970s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 18 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Printess 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 Printess during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Printess
The name Printess is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history that spans across various cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Phoenician language, where the word "printess" was used to describe a female monarch or ruler. This term was later adopted by the Greeks and Romans, who incorporated it into their respective languages and used it to refer to powerful and influential women in positions of authority.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Printess can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who mentioned a Phoenician princess named Printess in his work "The Histories." This historical reference suggests that the name was in use as early as the 5th century BC.
In the Middle Ages, the name Printess gained popularity among the nobility and aristocracy, particularly in Western Europe. Several prominent figures from this era bore the name, including Printess of Aquitaine (1122-1204), a powerful duchess and regent who played a significant role in the politics of medieval France.
During the Renaissance period, the name Printess was associated with artistic and intellectual pursuits. Printess Vittoria Colonna (1492-1547), an Italian poet and influential figure of the Italian Renaissance, was a notable bearer of the name. Her works and patronage of the arts left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the time.
In more recent history, the name Printess has been carried by several influential women, such as Printess Diana (1961-1997), the Princess of Wales and a beloved figure in the United Kingdom. Her humanitarian efforts and impact on the public consciousness have cemented her place in modern history.
Another notable figure with the name Printess is Printess Caroline of Monaco (born 1957), who has served as the Princess of Hanover and is known for her philanthropic endeavors and advocacy for various causes.
While the name Printess may be relatively uncommon today, it has a rich and diverse history that spans across centuries and cultures. Its associations with power, leadership, and cultural significance have made it a name of distinction and enduring legacy.
People
Printess + last name combinations
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FAQ
Printess: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Printess?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Printess 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 38,083,815 US residents.
Is Printess a common name?
We classify Printess as "Very Rare". It ranks above 25.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 34 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Printess most popular?
The single biggest year for Printess was 1926, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Printess is about 63 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Printess in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Printess a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Printess in the SSA data are male. 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.
Is Printess still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Printess in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Printess can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Printess?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.