Imogene
i-moge-ne,
im(o)-gene
US Popularity:4439
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Maiden, girl
Imogene is a feminine name of Gaelic and Irish origin, meaning "maiden" or "girl." This name derives from the Gaelic Innogen, which itself comes from the word inghean. It’s believed that Shakespeare accidentally created this iconic appellation with a print typo for Innogen in his play Cymbeline. Although often spelled Imogen without the last e, this unique spelling will be sure to inspire baby to forge a path of their own.
Imogene Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Imogene is currently #2544 on The Bump
Girl:Imogene is currently #1124 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Imogene is currently #4439 in U.S. births
Girl:Imogene is currently #1572 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#4439
in 2022
+ 355
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Imogene
Behind the Name, Imogene, October 2012
Behind the Name, Imogen, June 2023
WordSense Dictionary, Imogene
WordSense Dictionary, Imogen (English)
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