Imogen
How to say it: IM-uh-jen · /ˈɪmədʒən/
Possibly from Celtic 'inghean' meaning 'maiden'; popularized by Shakespeare's Cymbeline. Etymology remains debated.
Imogen was the 966th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 211 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 48% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #870 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #966 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 211 |
| Share of births | 1 in 15,712 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +48% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #870 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Climbing steadily, Imogen is enjoying its strongest showing in the 2020s. Sitting at its peak now, more growth appears likely ahead.
What goes with it
Flowing softly with a literary air, Imogen feels thoughtful and quiet. Beatrix would sit comfortably nearby.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Imogen is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
England and Wales: #69.
Famous people named Imogen
- Imogen Poots (born 1989)British actress
- Imogen Heap (born 1977)British musician
- Imogen Cunningham (1883–1976)American photographer
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