Ability, strength, or influence
Derived from the English word, which ultimately traces back to the Old French 'poeir' and Latin 'posse', meaning 'to be able'. As a name, it functions as a modern virtue name representing capability and authority. It is also found as a surname, particularly in Ireland, where it arrived with the Anglo-Normans.
Less common today
Power isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,683 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A high-ranking Fiend and Public Safety Devil Hunter · Chainsaw Man
American actor known for Sin City and Deadwood (surname used as first name)
