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Power Pronunciation

Power is pronounced POW-ər /ˈpaʊ.ər/High

Meaning: Variously the word power, 'strength, might, ability', and the Norman surname Power/Poer ('a poor man', from Old French povre); routes layeredLow

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Origin LowEnglish, French

MeaningVariously the word power, 'strength, might, ability', and the Norman surname Power/Poer ('a poor man', from Old French povre); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6375 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 132

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Power is variously the word power — 'strength, might, ability' — and the Norman surname Power/Poer, from Old French povre, 'a poor man' (originally a humble vow-name; routes layered, which we note). A bold, modern word/surname-name (nickname Pow).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, power-and-strength at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Power is variously the word power, 'strength, might, ability', and the Norman surname Power ('a poor man', from Old French povre) — a bold, modern word/surname-name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'POW-ər').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Power — word/surname; routes layered

Variations

PowersPoer

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Power?

Power is pronounced POW-ər (/ˈpaʊ.ər/). Press play above to hear Power said aloud.

How do you say Power?

Power is said POW-ər (/ˈpaʊ.ər/). Press play above to hear Power said aloud.

What does the name Power mean?

Power is variously the word 'strength, might' and the Norman surname Power ('a poor man'); the routes are layered.

Is Power a boy or girl name?

Power is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Power?

Power is a very rare name in the U.S.