The name Younger is of Scottish origin and means "younger". It is derived from the Middle English word "yonger", which was used to refer to someone who was younger than another person or group of people.
The surname Younger is believed to have originated in Scotland, where it was typically given as a nickname to someone who was the youngest member of their family or community. Alternatively, it may have been given to someone who was considered young at heart or immature in some way.
The name Younger has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Youngar, Youngher, and Youngair. It is unclear exactly when the surname first appeared, but it is known to have been present in Scotland during the 16th century.
Today, Younger is still primarily found in Scotland, although there are also a significant number of people with this name living in other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. Despite its origins as a Scottish surname, Younger is now used as both a first name and a last name around the world.
Statistics on the first name "Younger" in the United States show that there were only 7 births recorded with this name in the year 1915. This is a relatively low number compared to many other names, indicating that it may not have been as popular or commonly used during that time period. Despite this, each of these 7 babies born with the name "Younger" held their own unique identity and significance in their families and communities.