Soon

Primarily a girl's name of Korean origin with 43 recorded births. Also given to 5 boys.

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Meaning & Origin

A surname.

Soon is a boy's and girl's baby name of Korean origin, often meaning 'mild' or 'obedient,' though its exact meaning varies by the Chinese character used. It appears as a given name element in Korean naming traditions.

EtymologyShow more

Soon first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1924. Its appearance in the 1920s coincides with waves of immigration, cultural exchange, and the early decades of American popular culture — all of which introduced and popularized new names.

Its Korean classification suggests a path from korean linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.

At a Glance

Total births

Since 1924

1949

Peak

8 births

1924

First recorded

33 years of data

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Popularity Over Time

Soon has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1924.

First appeared: 1924Peak: 1949 (8 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Soon
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
1950s	13	#5461	▼
1940s	24	#5018	▲
1920s	6	#4981	—

The Story of Soon

A Baby Boomer name

Peaking in 1949, Soon is a timeless Baby Boomer name. Girls named Soon are most likely born between 1939 and 1956.

How rare is Soon?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Soon is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1924, peaked in the 1940s with 24 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(7 years, 1924–1956)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Soon
Year	Births	Rank	Change
1956	7	#5253	+1 (16.7%)
1954	6	#5669	-2 (-25.0%)
1949	8	#4195	+3 (60.0%)
1947	5	#6021	-1 (-16.7%)
1946	6	#4904	+1 (20.0%)
1940	5	#4952	-1 (-16.7%)
1924	6	#4981	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Soon as a Boy's Name

Though more common for girls, Soon has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 5 births since 1921.

Unranked

Current rank

Total births

1921

Peak year

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Soon a boy's or girl's name?

Soon is primarily a girl's name. It is also used as a boy's name, with 5 recorded births.

When was Soon most popular?

Soon reached its peak popularity in 1949 with 8 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Soon?

Soon is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 43 babies in the U.S. since 1924. Its peak was in 1949.

Can Soon be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Soon is used for both boys and girls. As a girl's name, it is not currently ranked. As a boy's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1924–1956