Declining since 2022, #1,118 for boys today.
Popularity of Seven since 1968
Babies named Seven per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 0 | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 51 | 150 |
| 2000s | 274 | 657 |
| 2010s | 445 | 1,006 |
| 2020s | 429 | 1,616 |
Meaning & origin
Seven first appeared as a given name in 1968, but it was not until the 1990s and 2000s that it gained traction, influenced by pop culture and a broader trend of word names. As of 2025, it ranks 1118th in the U.S., with 1 in every 8,943 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year was 2022, after which its usage began to decline. The name is most popular in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Georgia, suggesting a regional appeal in the South. Seven remains a distinctive choice, appealing to parents seeking a name with numeric significance and modern flair.
Seven is a modern word name taken directly from the English word for the number seven. It has been used as a given name since the late 20th century, notably brought into popular culture by the 1995 film 'Se7en' and later by celebrity choices. The name carries associations with the number's symbolic meanings in various cultures, such as luck and perfection, but its primary appeal is its distinctive sound and numerical quality.
Where Seven is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Seven
Names that share Seven's style, for a brother or sister.
