Promise name meaning
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What does Promise mean?
Promise, a name as compelling as its meaning. Is there anything more comforting, more grounding than a promise?
As a word name, Promise is emerging as a popular choice for girls, joining the ranks of other uplifting names like Dream and Serenity.
Yes, you might get a few puns thrown your way when you introduce your little one as Promise, but isn't it a small price to pay for such a meaningful moniker?
Derived from American origins, this gender-neutral name beautifully encapsulates your commitment and unconditional love for your child.
In a world of Graces, Liberties, and Honors, Promise stands out as a modern beacon of virtue and integrity. Can you imagine a more precious reminder for your child of the strength of their word?
How do I pronounce Promise?
You can pronounce the two syllabled name Promise as pr(ohm)-iss. The name can also be pronounced as p-romi-se or pr(o)-mise.
Variants of Promise
How popular is the name Promise?
Promise was a common name in United States. Over 4193 babies have been named Promise since 1975. At its zenith in 2018,. However after 66 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.
Promise is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales where it has been in use since 2000 and achieved its top ranking of 2870 in 2006. It had a short run of 5 years on Ireland boy names chart.
However things change on global perspective, Promise is extremely popular in Nigeria where every 1 in 2000 have the name. Also the baby name is popular in Malawi and South Africa.
According to our estimate, over 160000 babies have been named Promise globally.
| Year | Boys | Girls | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Births | Rank | Births | |
| 2023 | 3978 | 27 | 716 | 390 |
| 2022 | 3136 | 38 | 779 | 363 |
| 2021 | 5076 | 18 | 740 | 382 |
| 2020 | 4002 | 25 | 853 | 317 |
| 2019 | 3891 | 27 | 847 | 317 |
| 2018 | 5529 | 16 | 911 | 294 |
| 2017 | 4588 | 21 | 1056 | 242 |
| 2016 | 7595 | 10 | 1171 | 214 |
| 2015 | 5055 | 18 | 1072 | 245 |
| 2014 | 7043 | 11 | 1040 | 249 |
Facts
Promise in Nordic countries
| Countries | Men | Women | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Name | Secondary Name | First Name | Secondary Name | |
 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Numerological analysis of Promise
You always hope your intuition is wrong and give people a chance to earn your trust. The sky is your only limit when it comes to goals. Being crazy is your way to handle the ugliness of the world and stay sane. You have a strong will to succeed in life. You are a team player who's never complaining. Your first instinct about someone as a person is the one you should listen. You often get carried away by your emotions and taken as crazy because of your excessive reactions to injustice.
Other names liked by would be moms that are similar to Promise
- Alfredus - The boy name Alfredus means "Inspired Advice, Name of a King and Wise Counsellor". It is rooted from Old English is used prevalently in English. Alfredus is a derivative of Alfred.
- Kendryk - Primarily used in English new-fangled and creative and adventurous, Kendryk aimed at boys, meaning of Kendryk is "Royal Ruler or Son of Harry" is originated from Celtic
- Adalyn - Preeminent Adalyn specifically is used in English, meaning of Adalyn is "Noble or Honorable" used as a girl name came from Old High German and Germanic
- Kailee - Famous unisex name Kailee is originated from Old Irish and Hebrew, meaning of Kailee is "Pure or Keeper of the Keys" is predominantly used in English
- Jeanmarie - Preeminent Jeanmarie prevalently is used in English, meaning of Jeanmarie is "Scottish Form of Joan Gracious Gift from God and John" bestowed upon girls is rooted from Hebrew, Hebrew and Egyptian. Jeanmarie is resultant of Jean.
Middle names for Promise
Some great options for flourishing and familiar middle names to go with Promise.
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Famous people named Promise
- Promise, Canadian hip hop soul artist and songwriter
- Promise LaMarco in Kolobos as Actress
Lists having Promise
Sources
- Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
- Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
- Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
- Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004