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Eternity

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Pronounced eht-ehr-NEET-ih /ɛt.ɛr.ˈnit.ɪ/Medium

Meaning: Existence without end; infinite timeMedium

In 30 seconds: Eternity is an English word name meaning 'existence without end, infinite time'.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningExistence without end; infinite time
U.S. rank (2024)#2215 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births85 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,145

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919902024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Eternity is the English word used as a given name, naming the idea of time without end. It belongs to the abstract word-name tradition, chosen for the concept it expresses rather than for an inherited family history.

The four syllables give it a sweeping, lyrical sound that matches its boundless meaning. It fits alongside other aspirational concept names that state their meaning outright.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Eternity is 'existence without end; infinite time', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name - Eternity — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Serenity— Shares the flowing four-syllable abstract word-name pattern.
Destiny— Another concept word name chosen for the idea it names.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Eternity mean?

Eternity is usually explained as meaning 'existence without end; infinite time' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Eternity?

It's commonly said eht-ehr-NEET-ih /ɛt.ɛr.ˈnit.ɪ/.

Is Eternity a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Eternity is used as a girl name.

How popular is Eternity?

In 2024, Eternity ranked #2215 in the U.S. for girls, with 85 births recorded.