Babak
boy nameBabak entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #2468 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#2468
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3885 |
| 1970s | #3724 |
| 1980s | #3372 |
| 1990s | #7074 |
| 2000s | #11356 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Babak are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Babak alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Babak in 2025?
- Babak is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Babak most popular?
- Babak peaked in 1987, reaching #2468 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Babak with classmates?
- Babak will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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