Holding steady.
Popularity of Dimple since 1893
Babies named Dimple per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 25 |
| 1900s | 119 |
| 1910s | 399 |
| 1920s | 666 |
| 1930s | 467 |
| 1940s | 286 |
| 1950s | 166 |
| 1960s | 73 |
| 1970s | 67 |
| 1980s | 110 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dimple is a rare English vocabulary name first recorded in the United States in 1893. It peaked in popularity in 1919, reflecting a broader early 20th-century trend for cheerful, descriptive word names. Though it has never entered the top 1000, its usage has remained stable into 2025, sustained by its sweet sound and positive association with a facial feature. The name has no specific regional concentration in the U.S., as it appears sporadically across states. Its trajectory shows a gentle, ongoing appeal rather than a dramatic revival, making it a quiet but enduring choice for parents seeking an uncommon and instantly understood name.
Dimple derives directly from the English vocabulary word for a small depression in the flesh, especially on the cheeks when smiling. It first appeared as a given name in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States, following a trend of using attractive vocabulary words as personal names. The name saw its peak popularity in 1919 and has since remained in occasional but stable use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dim, Dimp
Variants: Dimplez, Dimpyl
Sibling names for Dimple
Names that share Dimple's style, for a brother or sister.
