Poseidon Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Greek
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Poseidon is the Greek god of the sea and earthquakes.
Meaning of the Name Poseidon
Poseidon is a god from Greek mythology, specifically associated with the sea, and is often referred to as the 'God of the Sea'. He is one of the twelve Olympian gods and is known for his power and temper. Poseidon is often depicted carrying a trident, which he uses to create earthquakes and storms. His name comes from the Greek words 'posis', meaning 'husband', and 'da', meaning 'earth'.
Popularity of the Name Poseidon
The popularity for the name Poseidon peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 32 births, which ranked number 7,800 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Poseidon had the most male births in 2021 with 32, which ranked number 3,486 out of 14,057 male names. The number of births for the name Poseidon has increased sharply over the last ten years from 14 births to 32 births, an increase of 128.57%. Among males, Poseidon has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 14 births to 32 births, an increase of 128.57%.
Nationwide Popularity of Poseidon
- 10 Year Trend of Poseidon: 128.57%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Poseidon: 128.57%
Popularity of Poseidon by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Poseidon. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Poseidon in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Poseidon is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Poseidon
- Total Births of Poseidon: 35 (8.62%)
- Male Births of Poseidon: 35 (8.62%)
Given the upward trend of Poseidon over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 8.62% increase in total births, for a total of 35 births in 2024. Male births for Poseidon have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 35 male births in 2024, an increase of 8.62%.