Rising since 1985, #1,525 for girls today.
Popularity of Symphony since 1979
Babies named Symphony per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 55 |
| 1990s | 347 |
| 2000s | 607 |
| 2010s | 1,304 |
| 2020s | 938 |
Meaning & origin
Symphony is a modern word name that entered the U.S. naming pool in 1979 and has been steadily gaining attention, particularly since the mid-1980s. Its rank of 1525 in 2025 reflects its niche but growing appeal, with a peak in 2022. The name is most often given in South Carolina, Louisiana, and New Jersey, suggesting regional pockets of popularity. Like other musical names, Symphony appeals to parents seeking a creative, lyrical choice with a clear, evocative meaning. Its rising trajectory over the past four decades indicates it may continue to climb, though it remains uncommon enough to feel distinctive.
Symphony is a modern word name taken directly from the English vocabulary word denoting a large-scale orchestral composition. It ultimately derives from Greek "symphonia," meaning "agreement or concord of sound," from "syn-" (together) and "phone" (sound). Used as a given name only since the late 20th century, it fits a pattern of musical names like Melody and Harmony.
Where Symphony is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Simmy, Phony, Symph
Sibling names for Symphony
Names that share Symphony's style, for a brother or sister.
