Find out how popular the first name Spring has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Spring by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Spring is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 19 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Spring.

The history of the first name Spring

The name Spring originated from the English language, deriving its meaning from the season of spring, which represents the time of year when new life emerges and nature awakens from the dormancy of winter. This name is believed to have first gained popularity in the 17th and 18th centuries during the Romantic era when a renewed appreciation for nature and its cycles blossomed.

One of the earliest recorded uses of Spring as a given name can be found in the writings of the English poet and playwright William Shakespeare. In his play "A Midsummer Night's Dream," written around 1595-1596, he mentions a character named "Spring" in reference to the personification of the season.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Spring. One of the earliest recorded examples is Spring Rice, an English politician who served as a Member of Parliament in the early 19th century, born in 1809 and passing away in 1886.

Another prominent figure with this name was Spring Byington, an American actress famous for her roles in various stage productions and films during the 1930s and 1940s. She was born in 1886 and lived until 1971.

In the realm of literature, Spring Horton was an American writer and editor who published several novels and short stories in the early 20th century. She was born in 1873 and passed away in 1926.

The world of sports has also seen individuals named Spring, such as Spring Byington, a Swedish ice hockey player who represented her country in various international competitions during the 1990s and early 2000s.

Lastly, Spring Warren was an American artist and sculptor active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for her works depicting scenes from nature and the changing seasons. She was born in 1865 and passed away in 1927.

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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