Ransom
RAN-səm
Popularity
#1668
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
4,771
Peak Year
#111 in 2022
First Recorded
1880
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An English surname turned given name, originally meaning 'son of Rand'. Rand is a short form of names containing the element 'rand' meaning 'shield' or 'rim'.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Ransom Riggs
American author, known for Miss Peregrine's
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