Summer is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #8582 in 1999 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 28 births ranking #3441. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 36.4%. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 274,298 boys born was named Summer. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Summer is a bright seasonal word name with warmth and ease built into it. It feels sunny, relaxed, and very accessible.
Season names became more popular as parents embraced direct, image-rich word names. Summer has stayed especially strong because it sounds familiar and cheerful without seeming gimmicky.