All about the name

Honey

Female

« The English-origin name Honey means 'sweet', derived from the bee-produced substance, and was popularized in the late 20th century. »

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Meaning, origin, history

The name Honey is of English origin and it means "sweet". It is derived from the word honey, which refers to the sweet substance produced by bees. The name has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, but it became more popular in the late 20th century. Today, Honey is still considered an unusual but charming name for girls.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Honey since 1880

Total births
4,146
Total since 1880
Peak year
2023
205 births
in 2023
205
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+207%
vs previous 5 years