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South
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Pronounced SOWTH /ˈsaʊθ/Medium
Meaning: The English word south, 'the direction; toward the south,' used plainly as a modern word-name for a sense of place and warmth.Low
In 30 seconds: A bold word-name: South is the English direction (said 'SOWTH'). Modern and rare.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningThe English word south, 'the direction; toward the south,' used plainly as a modern word-name for a sense of place and warmth.
U.S. rank (1927)#4717
1927 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1927
Total births (all-time)≈ 5
History & Origin
South is used straight from the English word for the direction, 'toward the south.' As a name it reads modern and grounded, in the family of direction and place names — rare in the U.S. (said 'SOWTH').
It appears only rarely as a first name in the U.S. Rare, word-based, and grounded.
Did you know? South is the English word for the direction — used plainly as a modern, one-beat word-name with a warm, grounded feel (said 'SOWTH').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — South — English word / direction
Variations
SouthsSoutheSowth
Nicknames
SouSouthy
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Frequently Asked
What does the name South mean?
South is the English word for the direction, used plainly as a modern word-name.
How do you pronounce South?
It's said SOWTH /ˈsaʊθ/ — one syllable.
Is South a boy or girl name?
South is used as a boy's name.
How popular is South?
South is an extremely rare name in the U.S.