Prince
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Royal son or first one
Origin: Latin/English
Popularity: Ranked #447 in 2025 with 703 babies born.
History: Prince derives from the Latin 'princeps,' meaning first citizen, leader, or royal son. It has been used as a first name particularly in African-American communities in the United States. It is most widely associated with the iconic musician Prince (Prince Rogers Nelson), who made it synonymous with artistic brilliance and individuality.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Prince? About 1 in 4,735 babies born in 2025 were named Prince, or roughly 1.9 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Prince
What does the name Prince mean?
Prince means “Royal son or first one” from Latin/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Prince?
Prince has Latin/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Royal son or first one”.
How popular is Prince?
Prince ranked #447 in 2025 — given to 703 babies that year.
When was Prince most popular?
Prince peaked in 2019 with 1,162 babies registered that year.
Is Prince a boy or girl name?
Prince is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Princes in registered births are male.
Is the name Prince rising or falling in popularity?
Prince has fallen 132 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #315 in 2020 to #447 in 2025.
How long has Prince been recorded?
Prince appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.