Auburn
boy name#12008 in 2025Auburn entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #994 in 1890, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
#12008
rank today
#994
peak (1890)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #994 |
| 1900s | #1277 |
| 1910s | #2083 |
| 1920s | #2003 |
| 1930s | #2151 |
| 1940s | #2479 |
| 1950s | #2794 |
| 1960s | #3241 |
| 1970s | #4980 |
| 1980s | #6963 |
| 1990s | #6200 |
| 2000s | #10294 |
| 2010s | #10976 |
| 2020s | #10684 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Auburn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Auburn alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 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 #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Auburn most popular?
- Auburn peaked in 1890, reaching #994 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Auburn with classmates?
- Auburn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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