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Imogene

IM-ə-jeen

Imogene is a girl’s name of Celtic origin, meaning “Imogene is of Celtic origin, possibly meaning "maiden" or "daughter."”. It currently ranks #2464 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1927.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginCeltic

What Imogene Means

Imogene is of Celtic origin, possibly meaning "maiden" or "daughter."

The Story of Imogene

She was known for her sly wit and unexpected turns, a comic legend whose name now whispers of quiet, artistic souls.

Imogene’s roots are Celtic, possibly stemming from a word meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter.' It first appeared in English literature in the 17th century, a character in a Shakespearean play, before finding its footing as a given name in the 19th century.

When you imagine your daughter, Imogene, you might feel a gentle, creative energy settle in the room. There's a softness to writing it, a quiet intelligence that you can already sense. This name carries the echo of artistic women who saw the world with unique clarity.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Imogene Coca

    American comedic actress

  • Imogene Cunningham

    American photographer known for botanical photography

Personality Traits

GentleKindCreativeIntelligentArtistic

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Peak Year

#1,494 in 1927

Total Births

27,886

First Recorded

1880

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