Bard
boy nameBard entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2356 in 1947, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#2356
peak (1947)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4078 |
| 1930s | #3113 |
| 1940s | #3060 |
| 1950s | #3041 |
| 1960s | #3423 |
| 1970s | #4284 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Bard are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bard alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bard in 2025?
- Bard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Bard most popular?
- Bard peaked in 1947, reaching #2356 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bard with classmates?
- Bard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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