Abdul
boy name#1867 in 2025Abdul entered the US charts in 1930, peaked at #652 in 1976, ranks #1867 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1930–2025
#1867
rank today
#652
peak (1976)
84
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3147 |
| 1940s | #2633 |
| 1950s | #3106 |
| 1960s | #2200 |
| 1970s | #859 |
| 1980s | #1059 |
| 1990s | #974 |
| 2000s | #1217 |
| 2010s | #1455 |
| 2020s | #1729 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Abdul has been most popular in NY, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 6,200 people named Abdul are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Abdul alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Abdul in 2025?
- Abdul ranks #1867 among US boy names in 2025, with 84 babies given the name.
- When was the name Abdul most popular?
- Abdul peaked in 1976, reaching #652 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Abdul with classmates?
- Abdul will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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