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Unity

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Pronounced YOO-nih-tee /ˈju.nɪ.ti/High

Meaning: From the English word unity — Latin unitas, 'oneness' — a virtue word-nameHigh

In 30 seconds: Oneness, made a name: Unity is the virtue of harmony and togetherness — a Puritan-style word-name with warmth and hope. Bright and meaningful.
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Origin HighLatin, English
MeaningFrom the English word unity — Latin unitas, 'oneness' — a virtue word-name
U.S. rank (2025)#4538 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 804

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219722025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Unity comes from the English word unity — Latin unitas, 'oneness, harmony'. One of the abstract virtue-names favored by Puritans, it joins Hope and Charity with a message of togetherness.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, oneness at the root, and hopeful.

Did you know? Unity was a Puritan virtue-name (a Mitford sister bore it) — from Latin unitas, 'oneness', it celebrates harmony and coming together.
Overall data confidence 82%
Oxford English Dictionary — unity — word origin

Variations

UniteeUnitie

Nicknames

Una

Famous Bearers

  • ★Unity Dow (1959-)
    Botswanan jurist who served as the first female Chief Justice of Botswana
  • ★Unity Spencer (1965-)
    British artist and daughter of singer Donovan, known for her vibrant paintings

If you like Unity…

Harmony— a fellow togetherness word-name
Hope— a companion virtue-name
Charity— another Puritan virtue-name
Verity— a fellow abstract -ity name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Unity mean?

Unity is the English virtue word for 'oneness, harmony', from Latin unitas.

How do you pronounce Unity?

It's said YOO-nih-tee /ˈju.nɪ.ti/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Unity a boy or girl name?

Unity is a girl's name.

How popular is Unity?

Unity is a rare name in the U.S.

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