Aurora
boy name#12008 in 2025Aurora entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #2912 in 1927, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
#12008
rank today
#2912
peak (1927)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3647 |
| 1930s | #3542 |
| 1980s | #6385 |
| 2010s | #10956 |
| 2020s | #10887 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Aurora are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Aurora alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Aurora in 2025?
- Aurora ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Aurora most popular?
- Aurora peaked in 1927, reaching #2912 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Aurora with classmates?
- Aurora will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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