Snow

At a Glance: Name: Snow – Meaning: snow (frozen precipitation) – Origin: English (vocabulary word) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: SNOH

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Snow is a neutral name taken straight from the English word for frozen precipitation, pronounced SNOH. It carries no hidden meaning beyond that — just the word itself — and tends to appeal to parents drawn to bohemian, bold, minimalist, or nature-inspired naming styles. It's a plainspoken choice for parents who want a name that says exactly what it is.

Meaning & Origin of Snow

Meaning: Snow (frozen precipitation).

Origin: English (vocabulary word).

How to Pronounce Snow

Phonetic: SNOH   IPA: /ˈsnoʊ/

Popularity of Snow

SSA records for Snow go back to 1894, when it reached its all-time peak of #1469 with just 6 babies given the name. By 2024 it ranked #3625, given to 43 babies that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1894–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Snow mean?

Snow (frozen precipitation).

How do you pronounce Snow?

Snow is pronounced SNOH (IPA: /ˈsnoʊ/).

Is Snow a popular name right now?

Snow peaked at #1469 in 1894 and is ranked #3625 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1894–2024.)

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