At a glance
- In short
- Pride is an English name for baby boys, carrying a strong and confident connotation. It evokes self-assurance and dignity.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2020 (#10,605)
- Babies in 2020
- 6 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #3,290 in 1959
- First recorded
- 1953
Meaning of Pride
Originating from the English language, the name Pride is typically given to baby boys. Pronounced as "pryde" (/praɪd/), this name carries a strong and confident connotation. The variation "Proud" shares a similar meaning and association. While not among the most popular names, Pride has been bestowed upon several newborns in the United States over the years. In recent decades, its usage has fluctuated, with peaks occurring in 2001 and 2000. This name evokes a sense of self-assurance and dignity, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a name that exudes pride and confidence.
How to pronounce Pride
English
- Pronounced pryde /praɪd/
Popularity of Pride in the U.S.
Pride was last recorded in the U.S. in 2020, ranked #10,605 with 6 babies. It peaked at #3,290 in 1959. It first appears in the records in 1953.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1953–2020 15 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 | 10,605 | back (not recorded in 2017–2019) |
| 2016 | 7 | 9,664 | back (not recorded in 2015) |
| 2014 | 6 | 10,717 | back (not recorded in 2002–2013) |
| 2001 | 5 | 10,556 | ▼ 207 |
| 2000 | 5 | 10,349 | back (not recorded in 1999) |
| 1998 | 6 | 8,479 | back (not recorded in 1980–1997) |
| 1979 | 6 | 5,355 | back (not recorded in 1973–1978) |
| 1972 | 5 | 4,986 | ▼ 1,023 |
| 1971 | 7 | 3,963 | ▼ 442 |
| 1970 | 8 | 3,521 | back (not recorded in 1966–1969) |
| 1965 | 6 | 3,537 | back (not recorded in 1964) |
| 1963 | 5 | 4,048 | back (not recorded in 1961–1962) |
| 1960 | 5 | 4,038 | ▼ 748 |
| 1959 | 7 | 3,290 | back (not recorded in 1954–1958) |
| 1953 | 5 | 3,798 | new |