Rising since 1990, #2,298 for girls today.
Popularity of Eternity since 1990
Babies named Eternity per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2009, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Eternity's real moment was 2021.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 251 |
| 2000s | 686 |
| 2010s | 805 |
| 2020s | 483 |
Meaning & origin
Eternity entered the U.S. naming scene in 1990 and has been rising ever since. By 2025, it sits at rank 2298, with a frequency of 1 in 20345 births, reflecting its steady climb. Its peak year was 2021, aligning with a broader trend of aspirational word names. The name is especially favored in Arizona, North Carolina, and Georgia. Eternity fits within the modern virtue-name tradition, alongside choices like Serenity and Harmony, and carries a lofty, spiritual quality that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name.
Eternity derives from the Latin 'aeternitas', meaning 'endless time'. It entered English via Old French 'eternité' and has been used as a virtue name, particularly among African American communities, since the late 20th century. The name gained visibility in the 1990s and has seen a steady rise in use.
Where Eternity is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Etta, Nity, Eter
Sibling names for Eternity
Names that share Eternity's style, for a brother or sister.
