Moet
A girl's name with 136 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
a must
Moet is a girl's baby name of French origin, sharing its name with the famous champagne house Moët, derived from a Dutch word meaning 'a must' or 'must-have.' It carries an air of luxury and celebration, making it a bold and unconventional choice.
EtymologyShow more
Moet is built from 4 letters and one syllable — a compact structure that favors quick recognition and easy recall.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Moet creates its characteristic sharp, distinct 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
Moet has 12+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1990.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 39 | #12930 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 97 | #6986 | — |
The Story of Moet
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 1998, Moet is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Moet are most likely born between 1990 and 2004.
How rare is Moet?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Moet is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1990, peaked in the 1990s with 97 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Moet by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(12 years, 1990–2004)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | #17937 |
| 2003 | 6 | #15165 |
| 2002 | 8 | #11836 |
| 2001 | 9 | #10736 |
| 2000 | 11 | #8974 |
| 1999 | 14 | #7114 |
| 1998 | 20 | #5293 |
| 1997 | 17 | #5798 |
| 1996 | 14 | #6624 |
| 1995 | 11 | #7895 |
| 1993 | 10 | #8494 |
| 1990 | 11 | #7684 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1990–2004