Bay
girl name#11932 in 2025Bay entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #2412 in 2014, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
#11932
rank today
#2412
peak (2014)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11325 |
| 1990s | #11582 |
| 2000s | #12613 |
| 2010s | #5568 |
| 2020s | #9403 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Bay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bay is a kid of about 11 — 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 Bay in 2025?
- Bay ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bay most popular?
- Bay peaked in 2014, reaching #2412 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bay with classmates?
- Bay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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