Algernon
boy nameAlgernon entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #959 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
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rank today
#959
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #959 |
| 1910s | #2500 |
| 1920s | #3255 |
| 1930s | #3011 |
| 1940s | #2908 |
| 1950s | #2636 |
| 1960s | #2607 |
| 1970s | #2312 |
| 1980s | #3141 |
| 1990s | #5179 |
| 2000s | #10114 |
| 2010s | #10298 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Algernon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Algernon alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Algernon in 2025?
- Algernon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Algernon most popular?
- Algernon peaked in 1886, reaching #959 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Algernon with classmates?
- Algernon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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