Prudence
Prudence: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Prudence
- A female given name from English, one of the Puritan virtue names.
How popular is Prudence?
Since 1880, 6,256 girls in the U.S. have been named Prudence. Its highest rank for girls was #415 in 1880. In 2025, 89 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Prudence FAQ
What does the name Prudence mean?
A female given name from English, one of the Puritan virtue names.
What is the origin of the name Prudence?
Prudence is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Prudence?
Since 1880, 6,256 girls in the U.S. have been named Prudence. Its highest rank for girls was #415 in 1880. In 2025, 89 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Prudence a boy or girl name?
Prudence is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,256 girls and 0 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.