"something uncommon, exceptional, or precious"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Rarity
Pronunciation: [ r-EHR-uht-ee ]
Rarity is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "something uncommon, exceptional, or precious." Ranked #10,555 in the US, popular nicknames include Rari and Rare.
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The Story of Rarity
Rarity is an English word name meaning something uncommon, exceptional, or precious — from the Latin raritas, itself from rarus meaning thin, scarce, or remarkable. As a given name, it belongs to the modern trend of using virtue and concept words as names. It gained particular visibility through the character Rarity in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, a fashionable and generous unicorn, which introduced the name to a new generation of parents.
Rarity gained attention as parents embraced word names that conveyed exceptional quality, and the beloved My Little Pony character of the same name gave it pop culture currency from 2010 onward.
The name embodies the idea of being one-of-a-kind and precious, making a bold statement that the bearer is truly exceptional — a sentiment many parents wish to convey.
Historical Record
Rarity first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 108 babies have been named Rarity in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rarity is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #10,555 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Rarity is one of the six main characters in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, representing the Element of Generosity
- The word rare comes from Latin rarus, which originally described things that were physically sparse or thinly scattered
Rarity in Other Languages
French
Rareté
Italian
Rarità
Spanish
Rareza
Japanese
レアリティ
Popularity Over Time
#10,555
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Rarity
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Rarity Fictional
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Unicorn character from My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, representing generosity and fashion
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #10,555
- Total SSA Count
- 10
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Rari
Rare
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Distinctive pick, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, English heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Distinctive pick, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Rarity
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rarity
What does the name Rarity mean?
"something uncommon, exceptional, or precious" (from Latin). Rarity is an English word name meaning something uncommon, exceptional, or precious — from the Latin raritas, itself from rarus meaning thin, scarce, or remarkable. As a given name, it belongs to the modern trend of using virtue and concept words as names. It gained particular visibility through the character Rarity in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, a fashionable and generous unicorn, which introduced the name to a new generation of parents.
What is the origin of the name Rarity?
Rarity has Latin, American, and English origins. In Latin, it means "something uncommon, exceptional, or precious".
Is Rarity a boy or girl name?
Rarity is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Rarity?
Rarity is pronounced r-EHR-uht-ee.
How popular is the name Rarity?
Rarity is currently ranked #10555 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Rarity?
Common nicknames for Rarity include Rari and Rare.
What are good middle names for Rarity?
Popular middle name pairings include Rarity Jade, Rarity Moon, Rarity Belle, Rarity Sky, and Rarity Dawn.
What are good sibling names for Rarity?
Names that pair well with Rarity as siblings include Bliss, Fable, True, and Story.
How many syllables does Rarity have?
Rarity has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Rarity a common or rare name?
Rarity is an uncommon name, ranked #10555 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Rarity
Rarity is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "something uncommon, exceptional, or precious" in Latin .
Rarity is currently ranked #10,555 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Rarity has 3 syllables and is pronounced r-EHR-uht-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Rarity include Rari and Rare. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis