Indigo
Indigo: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Indigo
- A female given name.
How popular is Indigo?
Since 1880, 4,020 girls and 1,222 boys in the U.S. have been named Indigo (77% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #854 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #1528 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #854 for girls, with 431 babies given the name.
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Indigo FAQ
What does the name Indigo mean?
A female given name.
How popular is the name Indigo?
Since 1880, 4,020 girls and 1,222 boys in the U.S. have been named Indigo (77% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #854 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #1528 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #854 for girls, with 431 babies given the name.
Is Indigo a boy or girl name?
Indigo is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,020 girls and 1,222 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.