Hope
Meaning of Hope
The name Hope is a timeless and classic choice for parents seeking a moniker that's both simple and profound. This female name, pronounced as HOHP in English, carries an uplifting meaning that many find endearing. Variations of the name include Hopa and Hopie, providing further options for those who favor this beautiful name. Over the past century, Hope has maintained popularity amongst newborns in the United States. Its popularity peaked around 2000-2002 but continues to hold a place in the top 300 names consistently over recent years. Whether you're drawn to its positive message or its elegant simplicity, Hope is truly a charming choice for any little girl.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as HOHP (/həʊp/)
American English
- Pronunced as HOHP (/hoʊp/)
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Notable People Named Hope
| Hope Amelia Stevens, also known as Hope Solo, is a retired American football goalkeeper and a World Cup champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist. |
| Hope Cooke, as the Gyalmo of Sikkim, was the wife of the 12th Chogyal (King) of Sikkim, Palden Thondup Namgyal, and became the Gyalmo of Sikkim at his coronation in 1965. |
| Hope Odidika Uzodimma is the governor of Imo State in Nigeria, having assumed office in 2020 after a Supreme Court ruling. |
| Anne Hope Jahren is an accomplished American geochemist and geobiologist known for her pioneering work in stable isisotope analysis of fossil forests from the Eocene period. |
| Sarah Hope Summers was an American character actress famous for her role as Clara Edwards on CBS's The Andy Griffith Show and Mayberry RFD. |
