Declining since 2019, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Paradise since 1977
Babies named Paradise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 34 |
| 1990s | 250 |
| 2000s | 367 |
| 2010s | 391 |
| 2020s | 226 |
Meaning & origin
Paradise is a rare English word name first recorded in U.S. birth data in 1977. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, but has since declined in use. In 2025, the name's rank was 4,758 with approximately 1 in 57,402 newborn girls receiving it. Although no specific state trends emerged, the name reflects a modern practice of adopting uplifting vocabulary words as given names. The name's spiritual and idyllic connotations make it an evocative choice for families seeking a distinctive yet positive meaning.
The name Paradise is taken directly from the English word paradise, which originates from the Old French 'paradis' and Latin 'paradisus', ultimately from Greek 'paradeisos' meaning 'enclosed park' or 'garden'. In the Septuagint, it was used to translate the Garden of Eden, cementing its association with heaven and bliss. As a given name, Paradise saw sporadic use in the late 20th century, likely inspired by the word's positive connotations rather than any specific cultural tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pari, Daisy, Ari
Sibling names for Paradise
Names that share Paradise's style, for a brother or sister.
