Holding steady.
Popularity of Morningstar since 1973
Babies named Morningstar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 38 |
| 1980s | 46 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Morningstar first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973, and while it has never entered the top 1000, it has maintained a consistent presence each year since, with a trajectory classified as stable. Its peak year was 2011, after which usage settled back to moderate levels. Because the name is very rare, the dataset does not report a 1-in-N frequency or rank for any year, and no top states are associated with it. Morningstar remains a distinct, celestial choice for parents seeking a nature-inspired name with symbolic resonance.
Morningstar is a modern coinage, derived from the English word 'morning star,' referring to the planet Venus when visible in the dawn sky. The name has been used sporadically in the United States since the early 1970s, likely influenced by the hippie movement's embrace of nature-inspired and celestial names. Its usage remains rare but steady, with a notable peak in 2011.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Morn, Star
Variants: Morning Star
Sibling names for Morningstar
Names that share Morningstar's style, for a brother or sister.
