Rise, of Scandinavian origin, is an uncommon yet captivating given name for females. It translates to 'to rise' or 'ascend', suggesting a sense of progress and elevation. Historically, it has been used as a female form of the surname Rise, which is believed to have originated from places named Rise in Norway. In recent years, this distinctive name has started to gain traction as a modern choice for parents seeking unique yet meaningful names for their daughters.
The name Rise experienced significant popularity in the mid-20th century, with a peak of 67 births in 1955. However, it saw a steady decline thereafter, dropping to single digits by the late 1960s and remaining low since then, with only 6 births each in 2020, 2021, and 2023. Overall, there were 1094 babies named Rise over the course of these years.