How Many People Are Named Sicily?
Complete statistics for the name Sicily: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Sicily means 'victorious' in Greek, a rare gem among names, with just 1,427 people bearing it in the US, making up 1 in 231,236 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with 87% of its bearers under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 5 are known for their adaptability and love of freedom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 18All 1,443 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2006Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Sicily Through the Generations
Sicily has seen its peak popularity in 2006 when 74 babies were given this name, marking a significant moment in its naming history. Today, the average age of those named Sicily is 18, indicating a strong presence among younger generations. The majority of Sicily's bearers, 1,255 out of 1,427, are under 30, suggesting that it's a name chosen by parents who appreciate its unique and modern flair.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Sicily's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Sicily
How Many People Have the Name Sicily?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,427 people in the United States currently share the name Sicily. That works out to roughly 1 in every 231,236 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Sicily a Common or Rare Name?
Sicily is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Sicily Mean?
Sicily means "victorious" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Sicily in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Sicily Most Popular?
The name Sicily reached peak popularity in 2006, with 74 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Sicily?
Approximately 1,427 people named Sicily live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,443. That works out to roughly 1 in 231,236 Americans.
Is Sicily a rare name?
Sicily is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 231,236 Americans has this name.
What does the name Sicily mean?
Sicily means "victorious" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Sicily more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sicily are male and 100% are female.
When was Sicily most popular?
Sicily peaked in 2006 with 74 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.