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Current rank (2025)#10917
Babies named Providence in 20258
Total recorded724
Peak year1924 (29 babies)
Highest rank ever#1518
Years in records1905–2025 (72 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 4586 spots

Frequently asked about Providence

What does the name Providence mean?
Providence means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Providence?
Providence has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Providence?
Providence ranked #10917 in 2025 — given to 8 babies that year.
When was Providence most popular?
Providence peaked in 1924 with 29 babies registered that year.
Is Providence a boy or girl name?
Providence is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Providences in registered births are female.
Is the name Providence rising or falling in popularity?
Providence has risen 4586 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #15503 in 2020 to #10917 in 2025.
How long has Providence been recorded?
Providence appears in birth records across 72 years — from 1905 through 2025.

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