Babe
girl nameBabe entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #1298 in 1905, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
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rank today
#1298
peak (1905)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1464 |
| 1900s | #1542 |
| 1910s | #2229 |
| 1920s | #2402 |
| 1930s | #3498 |
| 1940s | #5295 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Babe are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Babe alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Babe in 2025?
- Babe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Babe most popular?
- Babe peaked in 1905, reaching #1298 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Babe with classmates?
- Babe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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