Holding steady.
Popularity of Morning since 1970
Babies named Morning per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 69 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Morning is an English word name that first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 1970. It has never cracked the top 1000, remaining a rare choice. Its peak popularity came in 1974, when it was given to the most babies in a single year. Since then, usage has been stable but extremely low, averaging fewer than five births annually in recent years. The name fits into the nature-inspired naming tradition, alongside words like Dawn and Sky. Though it has no recorded top states of usage, its rarity adds to its unique appeal.
Morning derives from Old English 'morgen,' referring to the dawn or the early part of the day. It has been used as a given name occasionally since the 20th century, likely inspired by the nature-themed naming trend or the positive connotations of a new beginning.
Sibling names for Morning
Names that share Morning's style, for a brother or sister.
