Auburn
girl name#4352 in 2025Auburn entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2849 in 1996, ranks #4352 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#4352
rank today
#2849
peak (1996)
32
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4975 |
| 1970s | #6938 |
| 1980s | #5282 |
| 1990s | #3707 |
| 2000s | #4683 |
| 2010s | #4068 |
| 2020s | #4458 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Auburn has been most popular in TX, UT.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Auburn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Auburn alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Auburn in 2025?
- Auburn ranks #4352 among US girl names in 2025, with 32 babies given the name.
- When was the name Auburn most popular?
- Auburn peaked in 1996, reaching #2849 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Auburn with classmates?
- Auburn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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