Rising since 2001, #2,583 for girls today.
Popularity of Island since 1998
Babies named Island per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 13 | 0 |
| 2000s | 103 | 6 |
| 2010s | 224 | 13 |
| 2020s | 358 | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Island is a rare and modern word name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1998. As of 2025, it holds rank 2583 with roughly 1 in 23989 newborns receiving the name, placing it firmly in the realm of uncommon nature-inspired choices. The name has been consistently rising in usage since 2001, reaching its peak in popularity in 2024. Its highest frequency occurs in Georgia, Michigan, and North Carolina. Island fits within a broader trend of place and nature names, offering a distinctive yet accessible option for parents seeking something evocative of geography and tranquility.
Island is a word name derived from the English word 'island', itself from Old English 'īgland' (meaning 'island'). The spelling was later altered by association with the unrelated French word 'isle'. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend of using nature and place words as names.
Where Island is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Landy, Andy
Sibling names for Island
Names that share Island's style, for a brother or sister.
