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Prophecy

♂ Boy

Pronounced PROF-uh-see /ˈprɒf.ə.si/Medium

Meaning: The English word prophecy, 'a foretelling; an inspired or divine message,' used directly as a given name in the word-name tradition, which we state plainly.Low

In 30 seconds: A striking word-name: Prophecy means 'a foretelling; a divine message' (said 'PROF-uh-see'). Plainly a word-name.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningThe English word prophecy, 'a foretelling; an inspired or divine message,' used directly as a given name in the word-name tradition, which we state plainly.
U.S. rank (2022)#8147
2022 U.S. births10 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 10

History & Origin

Prophecy is the English word 'a foretelling; a divine message,' adopted as a given name. We state plainly that it is a word-name, in the modern virtue/word-name trend — striking and uncommon in the U.S. (said 'PROF-uh-see').

It appears only very rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, striking, and plainly a word-name.

Did you know? Prophecy is the English word — 'a foretelling; an inspired message' — used directly as a name, which we state plainly (said 'PROF-uh-see').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Prophecy — English word 'prophecy'; word-name

Variations

ProphesyProphecieProphet

Nicknames

ProphCee

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Prophecy mean?

Prophecy is the English word, 'a foretelling; an inspired or divine message,' used as a given name, which we state plainly.

How do you pronounce Prophecy?

It's said PROF-uh-see /ˈprɒf.ə.si/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Prophecy a boy or girl name?

Prophecy is used here as a boy's name; it is used for girls as well.

How popular is Prophecy?

Prophecy is an extremely rare name in the U.S.

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