Amasa
boy nameAmasa 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 |
| 1890s | #994 |
| 1910s | #2685 |
| 1920s | #3865 |
Living bearers
The typical Amasa alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Amasa in 2025?
- Amasa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Amasa most popular?
- Amasa peaked in 1886, reaching #959 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Amasa with classmates?
- Amasa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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