How popular is the name Baldwin in 2025?

Baldwin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Baldwin most popular?

Baldwin peaked in 1880, reaching #909 among US boy names.

Baldwin will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Baldwin entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #909 in 1880, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#909

peak (1880)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Baldwin are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Baldwin alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Baldwin in 2025?: Baldwin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Baldwin most popular?: Baldwin peaked in 1880, reaching #909 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Baldwin with classmates?: Baldwin will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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