Alys
girl name#4878 in 2025Alys entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #836 in 1880, ranks #4878 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4878
rank today
#836
peak (1880)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #986 |
| 1890s | #1323 |
| 1900s | #1482 |
| 1910s | #1720 |
| 1920s | #2039 |
| 1930s | #2625 |
| 1940s | #3479 |
| 1950s | #4211 |
| 1960s | #5519 |
| 1970s | #6545 |
| 1980s | #7054 |
| 1990s | #10642 |
| 2000s | #10916 |
| 2010s | #8760 |
| 2020s | #6203 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alys has been most popular in FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Alys are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alys alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alys in 2025?
- Alys ranks #4878 among US girl names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alys most popular?
- Alys peaked in 1880, reaching #836 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alys with classmates?
- Alys will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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