Power

Meaning & origin

Power is a modern American word name that has been used for boys since 2013, when it first appeared in Social Security records. It peaked in popularity in 2022, a trajectory reflected in its 'rising' trend since its debut. In 2023, it ranked 8,243rd nationwide, with an incidence of 1 in 189,786 newborns. The name follows a broader cultural turn toward aspirational vocabulary names, such as Justice, Legend, or Noble. While it has not yet appeared in state-level rankings, its consistent if sparse use suggests a niche appeal among parents seeking a bold, unambiguous name. Power is a rare choice, never far from the tail of the list, but its upward drift indicates modest but steady interest.

Power is a modern coinage taken directly from the English vocabulary word, which itself derives from Old French 'povoir' (later 'pouvoir') and Latin 'potere' meaning 'to be able'. It first appeared as a given name in the United States in 2013, part of a broader trend of 'word names' that convey abstract qualities. Its use is rare and almost exclusively American.