Ginger - girls name

Ginger name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 29%

Ginger name meaning:

The name Ginger is of English origin and has multiple meanings. It can be derived from the spice "ginger," which is known for its warm and spicy flavor, as well as its medicinal properties. This association can symbolize attributes such as vitality, energy, and warmth. Ginger can also be a shortened form of the name Virginia, which means "pure" or "virginal." In this context, the name Ginger may represent innocence, purity, and virtue.

Additionally, Ginger can be seen as a nickname or affectionate term for someone with red hair. Red hair is often associated with qualities such as passion, creativity, and individuality. Therefore, the name Ginger might also symbolize these characteristics. Overall, the name Ginger carries different connotations based on its origins and context, but it generally represents traits like vitality, purity, and uniqueness.

Origin: Latin

Ginger plant.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 3961 out of 5581

5 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -3961
  • 5yrs

    -3961
  • 1yr

    -3961

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (1490)

Historical popularity of Ginger

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Ginger from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Ginger in 2024