MAJOR
The meaning of the unisex name Major is BETTER.
Details on MAJOR:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Better
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,190th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 28,517th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
490 births
MAJOR as a BOY in 2024
5 births
MAJOR as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of MAJOR:
The name Major is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Major is: Greater. Also a military rank above Captain and below Colonel.
The name Major is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Major is: Greater. Also a military rank above Captain and below Colonel.
USA SSA birth(s) for MAJOR:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name MAJOR
MAJOR as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 490 births |
| 2023 | 578 births |
| 2022 | 703 births |
| 2021 | 757 births |
| 2020 | 911 births |
| 2019 | 948 births |
| 2018 | 944 births |
| 2017 | 1034 births |
| 2016 | 981 births |
| 2015 | 908 births |
| 2014 | 931 births |
| 2013 | 850 births |
| 2012 | 555 births |
| 2011 | 197 births |
| 2010 | 237 births |
| 2009 | 182 births |
MAJOR as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 births |
| 2023 | 5 births |
| 2021 | 5 births |
| 2020 | 8 births |
| 2019 | 6 births |
| 2018 | 11 births |
| 2017 | 8 births |
| 2014 | 7 births |
| 2013 | 5 births |
| 1939 | 5 births |
| 1937 | 6 births |
| 1923 | 5 births |
About the name MAJOR
Major, a name of strength and significance, traces its roots to the Latin word "major," meaning "greater" or "larger." This name carries a sense of authority and leadership, often associated with military ranks, suggesting a character of determination and ambition. Its simplicity belies a depth of meaning—Major symbolizes greatness and the pursuit of excellence. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States, Major has gained traction as a modern choice for boys, reflecting a contemporary twist on traditional names. The name also resonates in various cultures, echoing in places like Nigeria, where it is embraced as a noble title, and in India, where it finds roots in the military traditions. Whether gracing the birth certificate of a future leader or an adventurous spirit, Major stands as a beacon of potential, inviting a life filled with bold achievements and a heart driven by purpose.
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