Envie
A girl's name of French origin with 13 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Envie hit its peak of 7 births in 2013, social media, global pop culture, and a growing appetite for unique names were reshaping how American parents chose names.
Today, Envie reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Envie is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Envie is a girl's baby name of French origin meaning 'desire' or 'longing,' a French word name evoking passionate aspiration.
EtymologyShow more
Envie is built from 5 letters and one syllable — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the French naming tradition, this brevity is common among names that have been worn down through centuries of use, shedding syllables along the way.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Envie creates its characteristic bright, approachable quality. One-syllable names stand out for their directness. Every sound carries weight, making pronunciation and first impressions immediate.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Envie has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2013.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 6 | #13957 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 7 | #13607 | — |
The Story of Envie
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2013, Envie is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Envie are most likely born between 2013 and 2020.
How rare is Envie?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Envie is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2013, peaked in the 2010s with 7 births that decade, and continues to thrive.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 2013–2020)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 | #13957 |
| 2013 | 7 | #13607 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2013–2020