Barkley
boy name#10695 in 2025Barkley entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2055 in 1951, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#10695
rank today
#2055
peak (1951)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3722 |
| 1930s | #3187 |
| 1940s | #3145 |
| 1950s | #2906 |
| 1960s | #3473 |
| 1970s | #4094 |
| 1980s | #5373 |
| 1990s | #6722 |
| 2000s | #9436 |
| 2010s | #9655 |
| 2020s | #10747 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Barkley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Barkley alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Barkley in 2025?
- Barkley ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Barkley most popular?
- Barkley peaked in 1951, reaching #2055 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Barkley with classmates?
- Barkley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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