Summer
Summer is an English word name derived from the warmest season of the year, evoking images of sunshine, warmth, and carefree days. It became popular as a given name in the 1970s and reflects the modern trend of nature-inspired names.
Current Popularity
#142 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across cultures
- •May feel informal in very traditional settings
- •Strong association with warmth and positivity
- •Works well as both first and middle name
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Famous People
Summer Glau
Actress known for Firefly and The Sarah Connor Chronicles
Summer Sanders
Olympic gold medal swimmer and TV personality
Summer Phoenix
Actress and designer
Summer Walker
R&B singer and songwriter
Statistics
89,323
Total births since 1880
1998
Peak year
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