Land surrounded by water
A direct English vocabulary name referring to a landmass surrounded by water. It derives from the Old English word 'igland', symbolizing isolation, sanctuary, and natural beauty. As a given name, it represents a modern shift toward unique, evocative geographical word names.
Less common today
Island isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,600 in 2024.
A character in the children's book 'Island's End' · Island's End
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
