Rising since 1999, #1,520 for boys today.
Popularity of Summit since 1999
Babies named Summit per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 | 103 |
| 2010s | 69 | 403 |
| 2020s | 173 | 512 |
Meaning & origin
Summit is a modern word name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1999, reflecting a broader trend of nature-inspired and aspirational vocabulary names. Since its first recorded use, it has shown a consistent upward trajectory, reaching its peak rank of 1,520th in 2025, the same year it achieved its highest ever usage with roughly 1 in 14,983 babies receiving the name. The name is most popular in states like Alaska, Idaho, and Oregon, aligning with its outdoor, mountainous appeal. Summit's rise mirrors the growing preference for distinctive, place-inspired names that evoke achievement and natural beauty. As a fresh choice, it avoids historical baggage while offering a clear, powerful meaning. Its trajectory suggests it will continue to climb in modest numbers, appealing to parents seeking a name that is both modern and meaningful.
Summit is a modern English word name taken directly from the noun meaning the highest point of a mountain. It began to be used as a given name in the late 1990s, part of a trend of using aspirational nature and landscape words as names. Its usage has risen steadily since 1999.
Where Summit is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sum, Summ
Sibling names for Summit
Names that share Summit's style, for a brother or sister.
