Abed
boy nameAbed entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #4499 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#4499
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4842 |
| 1980s | #5396 |
| 1990s | #7068 |
| 2000s | #7503 |
| 2010s | #11228 |
| 2020s | #10696 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Abed are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Abed 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 Abed in 2025?
- Abed is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Abed most popular?
- Abed peaked in 1983, reaching #4499 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Abed with classmates?
- Abed will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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