How Many People Are Named Signa?

Complete statistics for the name Signa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Signa
Very Rare
Latin

Signa means 'signal' or 'mark', making it a rare beacon among names, with only 1 in 4,221,785 Americans bearing it. Just 78 people named Signa live in the US today, and most are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school choice.

~177
Living in US
1 in 1,872,595
Americans
1916
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Signal, mark
🌐
Origin
Latin
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Distinguished Timeless Classic
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

758
Worldwide Bearers
#298,355
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
369
🇮🇳 India
115
🇧🇷 Brazil
25
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
24
🇿🇦 South Africa
21
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands
18
🇮🇩 Indonesia
17
🇸🇳 Senegal
16
🇵🇭 Philippines
13
🇩🇰 Denmark
13

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
78 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 105
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
12
Would be 30–60 (3%)
399
Would be over 60 (97%)

All 411 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: 1916

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
78
Classic Feel
83
Modern Appeal
17
International
80

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Signa Through the Generations

Signa has been a name that's stood the test of time, with its peak popularity occurring way back in 1916 when 14 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of people named Signa are over 60, indicating a strong generational skew towards older individuals. The name's stability suggests it's a timeless choice that continues to be cherished by those who appreciate its unique heritage and significance.

✨ Similar Names to Signa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Signa's Latin roots

📄 About the Name Signa

How Many People Have the Name Signa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 177 people in the United States currently share the name Signa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,872,595 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Signa a Common or Rare Name?

Signa 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 Signa Mean?

Signa means "signal, mark" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Signa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Signa Most Popular?

The name Signa reached peak popularity in 1916, with 14 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Signa?

Approximately 177 people named Signa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 177. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,872,595 Americans.

Is Signa a rare name?

Signa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,872,595 Americans has this name.

What does the name Signa mean?

Signa means "signal, mark" and comes from Latin origins.

Is Signa more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Signa are male and 100% are female.

When was Signa most popular?

Signa peaked in 1916 with 14 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US177
All-Time Births177
1 in X1 in 1,872,595
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age105
Peak Year1916
World Rank#298,355
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.