Asian
boy nameAsian entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #8110 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1994–2025
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rank today
#8110
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8455 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Asian are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Asian 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 Asian in 2025?
- Asian is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Asian most popular?
- Asian peaked in 1997, reaching #8110 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Asian with classmates?
- Asian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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