"snow, frozen precipitation"
Origin: Old English snāw
Language: English
Snow
Pronunciation: [ sn-OH ]
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"white, pure"
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The Story of Snow
Snow comes directly from the Old English 'snāw,' connected to Proto-Germanic and Proto-Indo-European roots meaning frozen precipitation. As a given name it is part of the nature-name movement, evoking purity, rarity, and winter wonder. It sits in the same category as Rain, River, and Storm.
Snow as a first name began attracting attention in the 2010s as parents looked for striking, one-word nature names. It gained cultural visibility through the character Snow White and media figures with the surname Snow.
In Norse mythology snow is associated with the goddess Skadi, ruler of winter and mountains. Snow has symbolic purity in East Asian cultures, where snowy landscapes appear in classical poetry as metaphors for beauty and perfection.
Historical Record
Snow first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 931 babies have been named Snow in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Snow is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,572 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Snow is also a surname, famously held by Jon Snow of Game of Thrones and rapper Snow
- The word 'snow' is one of the oldest in the English language, essentially unchanged from Proto-Germanic
Snow in Other Languages
French
Neige
German
Schnee
Chinese
雪 (Xuě)
Spanish
Nieve
Japanese
スノー
Popularity Over Time
#3,572
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Snow
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Jon Snow Fictional
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Fictional bastard son of Eddard Stark and central character in Game of Thrones / A Song of Ice and Fire
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Snow White Fictional
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Iconic fairy tale princess whose name and story have defined the symbolism of snow for generations
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #3,572
- Total SSA Count
- 43
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
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- Casual
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Frequently Asked Questions About Snow
What does the name Snow mean?
"snow, frozen precipitation" (from Old English snāw). "white, pure" (from symbolic). Snow comes directly from the Old English 'snāw,' connected to Proto-Germanic and Proto-Indo-European roots meaning frozen precipitation. As a given name it is part of the nature-name movement, evoking purity, rarity, and winter wonder. It sits in the same category as Rain, River, and Storm.
What is the origin of the name Snow?
Snow has Old English snāw, symbolic, English, and American origins. In Old English snāw, it means "snow, frozen precipitation". In symbolic, it means "white, pure".
Is Snow a boy or girl name?
Snow is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3572. As a boy name, it is ranked #6735. Snow is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Snow?
Snow is pronounced sn-OH.
How popular is the name Snow?
Snow is currently ranked #3572 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Snow?
Popular middle name pairings include Snow Rose, Snow Belle, Snow Marie, Snow Grace, Snow Anne, Snow Elise, and Snow Aurora.
What are good sibling names for Snow?
Names that pair well with Snow as siblings include Frost, Rain, River, Ivy, Ash, Luna, and Cedar.
How many syllables does Snow have?
Snow has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Snow a common or rare name?
Snow is an uncommon name, ranked #3572 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Snow?
Are there other spellings for Snow?
Related spellings include Snoh.
About the Name Snow
Snow is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "snow, frozen precipitation" in Old English snāw .
Is Snow a boy or girl name? Snow is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,572 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #6,735. Snow is more commonly used as a girl name.
Snow is currently ranked #3,572 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Snow has 1 syllable and is pronounced sn-OH, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Snow include Snoh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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