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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Awesome — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Awais|Aws
EnglishBoy→ Stable

Awesome

AW-sum · 2 syllables

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Outside top 1000

Last ranked #11005 in 2022

Peak: #8916 in 2021

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #11005 in 2022

Peak: #8916 in 2021

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.7 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20202022

Rank #11005 · Falling since 2020

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class

Awesome scores lower overall — it's a well-known name in this region.

Meaning Depth37% of score
60
Name Trend28% of score
55
Uniqueness20% of score
45
Feasibility15% of score
50

Scores are percentile-ranked across 43,000+ names.

Name DNA
ModernEnglishSlang OriginPlayfulContemporaryUnisex-leaning Boy2-syllableInformalWord NameRising TrendBold Vibe
Character
bold confidencevibrant energyinfectious enthusiasmfearless spiritradiant positivity
STRONG
High confidence

Awesome is an English boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Awesome at a Glance
Meaning:Contemporary English adjective meaning impressive, remarkable, or excellent. Used as a given name to express positive qualities and admiration.
Language root:Modern English · informal slang
Peak rank:#8916 in 2021
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers

No notable bearers on record.

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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Awesome · Overview
Summary

Awesome is an English boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Search interest: 14/100 → Stable

Strengths
Modern · Playful character
Awesome carries a bold, cool, playful quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
awesome.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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