Urban
Urban is a boy name of Latin origin meaning “City dweller, from the city”, pronounced UR-ban. It ranked #5374 in the United States in 2025, given to 18 babies, and peaked at #435 in 1894. Common nicknames: Urb, Ban.
How popular is Urban in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Urban mean, and where does it come from?
Urban comes from the Latin name Urbanus, derived from "urbs" meaning "city," giving the name the meaning "city dweller" or "of the city." The name was borne by eight popes, beginning with Pope Urban I in the third century and most notably Pope Urban II, who launched the First Crusade in 1095. The papal association gave the name a sense of ecclesiastical authority throughout medieval Europe. In modern usage, the name has taken on contemporary connotations related to city life and metropolitan culture. While uncommon as a first name in English-speaking countries, Urban remains in use in Scandinavian and Central European countries.
How is Urban used around the world?
Urban is used in 4 languages worldwide, with 4+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Urban?
Famous People Named Urban
- Urban Meyer — American college football coach
- Keith Urban — New Zealand-born Australian country music singer
- Pope Urban II — pope who launched the First Crusade in 1095
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Urban mean?
Urban is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "City dweller, from the city." Urban comes from the Latin name Urbanus, derived from "urbs" meaning "city," giving the name the meaning "city dweller" or "of the city." The name was borne by eight popes, beginning with Pope Urban I in the third century and most notably Pope Urban II, who launched the First Crusade in 1095.
How do you pronounce Urban?
Urban is pronounced UR-ban. Common variations include Urbano, Urbain, Urbanus.
Is Urban a boy name?
Yes, Urban is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Urb, Ban.