Comfort

“soothing or relief.” — Symbolizes emotional well-being

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15694US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

226All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Comfort

KUHMF·ert

/ˈkəmf.ɝt/ · stress on KUHMF · 2 syllables

“soothing or relief.”

Symbolizes emotional well-being · American origin

What does Comfort mean and where does it come from?

Comfort is a name that exudes warmth and consolation, originating from the English word. It has been used as a given name primarily in English-speaking countries. In Nigeria, particularly among the Igbo people, the name symbolizes emotional well-being. It reflects cultural and personal values of car

Cultural significance

Comfort has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of soothing or relief..

Peak popularity

Reached #7143 in 1983 — currently #15694 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Comfort?

Comfort works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Comfort Grace

How popular is Comfort right now?

Falling — down 1724 spots — currently #15694 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#15694 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#15694	5	▼ down 1724 · -17% births
2022	#13970	6	▲ up 1787 · +20% births
2021	#15757	5	▼ down 5383 · -44% births
2020	#10374	9	▲ up 1127
2010	#11501	9	▲ up 1909 · +29% births
2005	#13410	7	▲ up 743 · +40% births
1995	#14153	5	▼ down 5250 · -29% births
1985	#8903	7	▼ down 927 · -12% births
1980	#7976	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Comfort

Best Year1980Rank #7976

Peak Count9

Average Rank#12415

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Comfort

Comfort is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 226 total births recorded, Comfort remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7976 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15694 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Comfort in 1983:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Ashley Sarah

Comfort by decade

Comfort peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	24
1980s	49
1990s	32
2000s ★	66
2010s	46
2020s	9

💎Comfort has only 226 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Comfort?

Common

ComCoOmfort

What names sound and feel like Comfort?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Comfort also consider these

Camfort

Latin · A Latin name

Connor

Ireland · lover of hounds

American · a unique name

Common questions about the name Comfort

What does the name Comfort mean?

Comfort means "soothing or relief." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Comfort?

Comfort is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Comfort?

Comfort originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Comfort?

Comfort is a two-syllable name pronounced K AH1 M F ER0 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Comfort a common or rare name?

Comfort is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.