Able
boy name#5045 in 2025Able entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2398 in 1918, ranks #5045 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#5045
rank today
#2398
peak (1918)
19
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3017 |
| 1920s | #3525 |
| 1930s | #3306 |
| 1940s | #3082 |
| 1950s | #3269 |
| 1960s | #3420 |
| 1970s | #3767 |
| 1980s | #4157 |
| 1990s | #5304 |
| 2000s | #5302 |
| 2010s | #3327 |
| 2020s | #4520 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Able has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Able are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Able alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Able in 2025?
- Able ranks #5045 among US boy names in 2025, with 19 babies given the name.
- When was the name Able most popular?
- Able peaked in 1918, reaching #2398 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Able with classmates?
- Able will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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