UK girl's name
Poem
An Italian feminine name derived from the Greek poēma meaning "creation".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Poem is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Poem popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2023 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Poem. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Poem ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 girls were registered as Poem.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Poem as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Poem mean?
The given name Poem is relatively modern and unique, with its origins rooted in the English language. It is believed to be derived from the literary term "poem," which itself comes from the ancient Greek word "poiēma," meaning "a thing made or created."
While the name Poem did not exist in ancient times, it is possible that it was inspired by the poetic works and writings of celebrated poets throughout history. The earliest recorded use of Poem as a first name is difficult to pinpoint, as it is a relatively uncommon and unconventional choice.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Poem was Poem Newby, an American poet and writer born in 1919. Her unique name garnered attention and reflected her artistic pursuits in the literary world.
Another notable figure named Poem was Poem Barlow, a British artist and painter who lived from 1935 to 2010. Her work often explored themes of nature and the natural world, drawing inspiration from the poetic beauty of her surroundings.
In the realm of music, Poem Quintana was a Cuban singer and songwriter born in 1945. Her soulful performances and poetic lyrics captivated audiences and left a lasting impact on the Latin music scene.
On the other side of the world, Poem Kittiprapas was a Thai actress and model born in 1980. Her unique name added to her allure and helped her stand out in the entertainment industry.
Lastly, Poem Rodgers was an American dancer and choreographer who lived from 1962 to 2020. Her graceful movements and choreographic works were often described as poetic and emotive, reflecting the essence of her name.
While the name Poem may not have a rich historical lineage spanning centuries, its modern usage serves as a creative and artistic expression, reflecting the poetic beauty and creativity of those who bear it.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Poem over time
The chart below shows babies named Poem registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2023 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Poem, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Poem by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Poem was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5789 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Poem
- Poppy 52,802
- Phoebe 47,609
- Paige 24,717
- Penelope 13,109
- Pippa 6,346
- Polly 5,678
- Philippa 4,446
- Penny 4,394
- Paris 4,372
- Piper 3,961
- Pearl 3,516
- Paisley 3,419
FAQ
Poem: questions and answers
How popular is the name Poem in the UK right now?
In 2024, Poem was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Poem most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Poem in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Poem?
An Italian feminine name derived from the Greek poēma meaning "creation".
How many people are called Poem in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Poem across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.