Rising since 2006, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Padme since 2006
Babies named Padme per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 100 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Padme is a literary name from the Star Wars franchise, first appearing in 1999. The name gained real-world popularity after 2006, when it first appeared in Social Security records. Since then, it has been on a rising trajectory, reaching its peak rank of #5238 in 2025, with about 1 in 66969 babies given the name. The name is most popular in Texas, reflecting a concentration of Star Wars fandom. While its use remains modest, Padme represents a growing trend of inspired, culturally-specific names from modern media.
Padme is a name created by George Lucas for the 'Star Wars' prequel trilogy, first appearing in 1999. The name may have been inspired by the Sanskrit word 'padma' (lotus), a symbol of beauty and purity in Hinduism and Buddhism. Since the release of the films, Padme has seen modest use as a given name, particularly among fans of the franchise.
Where Padme is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Padme
Names that share Padme's style, for a brother or sister.
