Barker
boy nameBarker entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2821 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2821
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2821 |
| 1920s | #3815 |
| 2010s | #12086 |
| 2020s | #10897 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Barker are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Barker is a kid of about 10 — 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 Barker in 2025?
- Barker is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Barker most popular?
- Barker peaked in 1913, reaching #2821 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Barker with classmates?
- Barker will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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