Unity
A feminine name derived from the English word meaning "the state of being united or whole".
Name Census estimates that about 763 living Americans carry the first name Unity. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Unity today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Unity births was 2022 (57 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Unity. 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
763
~ 1 in 449,219 Americans
Peak year
2022
57 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,098
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Unity: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Unity from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 262 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Unity 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 Unity during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Unitys live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. Florida, California, Texas recorded the most babies named Unity, while Nevada, North Carolina, Texas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 14 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Unity
The name Unity can be traced back to Latin origins, derived from the word "unitas," meaning oneness, wholeness, or harmony. This concept of unity has held significant importance across various cultures and belief systems throughout history.
In ancient Rome, the concept of unity was revered as a virtue, symbolizing the strength and cohesion of the empire. The Roman goddess Concordia personified this idea, representing unity, harmony, and peace within society.
During the Middle Ages, the name Unity gained popularity among Christian communities, reflecting the spiritual unity of believers with God and the church. It was often associated with the pursuit of inner peace and the unification of spiritual and worldly realms.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Unity was Unity Hersey, born in 1642 in Massachusetts Bay Colony. She was a Puritan woman who survived the Salem Witch Trials, exemplifying the strength and resilience of her name.
In the 18th century, Unity Valkyrie Luther (1744-1824) was a renowned Danish author and feminist who advocated for women's rights and education. Her literary works challenged societal norms and promoted unity among women.
During the 19th century, Unity Starrett (1811-1891) was an American educator and activist who fought for the abolition of slavery and the advancement of women's rights. She dedicated her life to fostering unity and equality among all people.
In the realm of spirituality, Unity Church, a New Thought Christian movement, was founded in 1889 by Charles and Myrtle Fillmore. The name Unity resonated with their belief in the unity of all humanity with the Divine.
One of the most notable individuals with the name Unity was Unity Mitford (1914-1948), a member of the Mitford family in England. She gained notoriety for her unconventional life choices and her involvement with British fascist movements, ultimately seeking unity through controversial ideologies.
While the name Unity has ancient roots and has been carried by individuals throughout history, its meaning of oneness, wholeness, and harmony continues to resonate in modern times, serving as a reminder of the human desire for unity amidst diversity.
People
Unity + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Unity as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with U
Other first names starting with U with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Unity: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Unity?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 763 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Unity 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 449,219 US residents.
Is Unity a common name?
We classify Unity as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 773 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Unity most popular?
The single biggest year for Unity was 2022, when 57 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Unity is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Unity a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Unity 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.