Everything about the name ICY

Meaning, origin, history

The name Icy is of unknown origin and does not have a known meaning or historical significance. It is believed to be a modern invention, created as an alternative spelling of the more common names like icy or icy. Despite its uncertain origins, the name Icy has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents looking for unique and unusual baby names. Some people may associate the name with coldness or frost due to its sound, but it does not have any specific connection to these ideas beyond that.

Popularity of the name ICY since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name "Icy" has a fascinating history of usage in the United States, with trends that have fluctuated over time. The peak popularity for the name occurred in 1893, with a total of 26 births that year. This was more than double the number of births recorded in any other year on this list.

Interestingly, after the peak in 1893, there was a steady decline in the usage of the name "Icy". Between 1894 and 1908, the number of births with this name ranged from a low of 5 to a high of 23. However, starting from 1909, there was another peak, with 18 births recorded that year.

Despite these peaks, it appears that "Icy" has generally been a rare name in the United States. Between 1946 and 2021, there were only six years where more than five girls were named Icy at birth. The most recent data available, from 2021, shows that eight girls were named Icy, which is the highest number recorded since 1988.

It's important to note that these statistics are based on available records and may not include all births in the United States during these years. Nevertheless, they provide an interesting snapshot of how the name "Icy" has been used over time.

In conclusion, while "Icy" has never been a particularly common name in the United States, it has had periods of relative popularity, with peaks in 1893 and 1909. However, even during these peak years, the number of births remained relatively low compared to other names. Despite this, the name continues to be used today, with eight girls named Icy in 2021 alone.