Banu
girl name#14942 in 2025Banu entered the US charts in 2018, peaked at #12464 in 2018, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2018–2025
#14942
rank today
#12464
peak (2018)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #12464 |
| 2020s | #14942 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Banu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Banu is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Banu in 2025?
- Banu ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Banu most popular?
- Banu peaked in 2018, reaching #12464 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Banu with classmates?
- Banu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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