NAME PROFILE
King
King is a name of English origin, meaning 'ruler' or 'monarch.' It embodies leadership qualities, strength, and authority. The name evokes images of nobility, responsibility, and the ability to inspire others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 37,890 |
| Gender | Male (88% / 12%) |
| Peak year | 2017 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
GA — 23%AL — 20%FL — 20%SC — 19%NC — 18%
Notable People
King Solomon (Biblical figure, known for wisdom) · King James I (King of England, commissioned the King James Bible) · B.B. King (Legendary blues musician) · King Tutankhamun (Famous Egyptian pharaoh) · King Charles III (Current monarch of the United Kingdom)
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