Furious

“Full of fury; very angry”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12743US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

133All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce Furious

FYUHR·ee·us

/ˈfjʊr.iː.əs/ · stress on FYUHR · 3 syllables

“Full of fury; very angry”

English origin · Boy name

What does Furious mean and where does it come from?

The name Furious is derived from the English word 'furious', which originates from the Latin 'furiosus', meaning full of rage or wild. It is not a traditional or commonly used name, but may appear as a unique modern name influenced by a strong personality. People with this name often try to embrace

Cultural significance

Furious has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of full of fury; very angry.

Peak popularity

Reached #6323 in 2006 — currently #12743 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Furious?

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

Furious Grace

How popular is Furious right now?

Falling — down 4457 spots — currently #12743 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2021#12743 · Top 9.4%

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2005

2010

2015

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2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#12743	5	▼ down 4457 · -44% births
2020	#8286	9	▲ up 4505 · +80% births
2015	#12791	5	▼ down 1401 · -17% births
2010	#11390	6	▼ down 1723 · -14% births
2005	#9667	7	▼ down 892
2000	#8775	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Furious

Best Year2020Rank #8286

Peak Count9

Average Rank#10609

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20216 years

The story of Furious

Furious is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 133 total births recorded, Furious remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8775 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12743 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Furious in 2006:

Jacob Michael Joshua Ethan Matthew

Furious by decade

Furious peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	27
2000s	48
2010s ★	49
2020s	9

💎Furious has only 133 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Furious?

Common

FurFurieFuryUrious

What names sound and feel like Furious?

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

Serious

English · grave, solemn; honest;

Latin · light, illumination

English · A beloved name

Marious

Latin · A variant of

Common questions about the name Furious

What does the name Furious mean?

Furious means "Full of fury; very angry" — a name rooted in English 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 Furious?

Furious is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy 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 Furious?

Furious originates from English tradition. English 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 Furious?

Furious is a three-syllable name pronounced F Y UH1 R IY0 AH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Furious?

Furious pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.