Holding steady.
Popularity of Lempi since 1893
Babies named Lempi per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lempi's real moment was 1899.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 51 |
| 1900s | 109 |
| 1910s | 143 |
| 1920s | 64 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lempi is a rare Finnish name that saw its peak usage in 1899, with no recent rank data available. The name's first recorded year in U.S. data is 1893, and its trajectory has remained stable but extremely uncommon. While no top states are associated with Lempi, it reflects a turn-of-the-century Finnish heritage. Despite its obscurity, the name carries a soft, gentle phonetic quality, possibly linked to the Finnish word 'lempeä'. For parents seeking a vintage Finnish name with a quiet strength, Lempi offers a distinctive choice with deep Nordic roots.
Lempi is a Finnish name of uncertain derivation. It may be related to the Finnish word 'lempeä' meaning 'gentle' or 'mild', or possibly a short form of names like Lemmitty. Its usage peaked in Finland in the late 19th century, particularly in 1899, and has since become rare in modern times.
Sibling names for Lempi
Names that share Lempi's style, for a brother or sister.
