Boone
bo(o)-ne
US Popularity:1233
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Norse
Meaning:Good; Blessing, a timely benefit, favor; A petition or prayer
Boone is a boy’s name that means “good,” “blessing,” or “a timely benefit.” While Boone might be familiar as an American last name, it has a French origin, from Bohon, that gives it a surprising touch of elegance. Boone may also come from the Old Norse bon, meaning “a petition” or “a prayer,” elevating this name to mighty paladin status. It is an original name for baby, and one that will be a blessing when they never get confused for another on the playground.
Boone Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Boone is currently #2561 on The Bump
Boy:Boone is currently #797 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Boone is currently #1233 in U.S. births
Boy:Boone is currently #431 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1233
in 2022
- 54
from 2021
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, boon (n.), October 2022
Behind the Name, Boone, February 2020
Merriam Webster, boon, noun (1)(2)
Ancestry, Boone Family History
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