One who lives near a riverbank or hillside
Originally an English occupational or topographic surname, it refers to someone who lived on the edge of a river or a slope. In a modern context, it has transitioned into a stylish given name, often associated with strength and the natural landscape. It follows the popular trend of using pluralized surnames as first names.
About 1,099 boys were named Banks in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Anonymous England-based street artist and political activist
American singer-songwriter Jillian Rose Banks
The same feel as Banks — far less common.
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