Famous is an English given name of Latin origin, meaning 'renowned' or 'well-known'. It has been used throughout history to denote individuals who have gained significant recognition or admiration in their respective fields.
The name Famous has experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a noticeable peak in recent times. From 1925 to 1968, there were only five notable years for this name, with the highest being seven births in 1943 and five births in three consecutive years from 1965-1967. However, starting from 1971, the popularity of Famous began to rise significantly, with nine out of the last fifteen years seeing more than six births annually. The most recent years have seen a notable increase, with eleven births in 2021 and twelve in 2022, indicating that the name Famous has gained considerable traction in recent times, totaling 187 births across all recorded years.