Poe Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
80% Masculine / 20% Feminine
Meaning:
Poe is a unisex name of English origin associated with the American poet Edgar Allan Poe.
Meaning of the Name Poe
Poe is a unisex name of English origin. It is derived from the surname Poe, which is a variant of the name Povey. The name is most famously associated with the American poet and author Edgar Allan Poe, known for his dark and mysterious writings. The name Poe has a dark and unique feel, making it a popular choice for those who appreciate the literary arts and want a name that stands out.
Popularity of the Name Poe
The popularity for the name Poe peaked in popularity in the year 2017 with 11 births, which ranked number 16,417 out of 30,076 unique names for that year. Poe had the most female births in 2019 with 6, which ranked number 13,772 out of 17,997 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 2017 with 11, which ranked number 7,087 out of 14,245 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Poe has increased sharply over the last ten years from 5 births to 6 births, an increase of 20.00%. Among males, Poe has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 5 births to 6 births, an increase of 20.00%.
Nationwide Popularity of Poe
- 10 Year Trend of Poe: 20.00%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Poe: 20.00%
Popularity of Poe by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Poe. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Poe in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Poe is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Poe
- Total Births of Poe: 6 (1.84%)
- Male Births of Poe: 6 (1.84%)
Given the upward trend of Poe over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 1.84% increase in total births, for a total of 6 births in 2024. Male births for Poe have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 6 male births in 2024, an increase of 1.84%.