How popular is the name Bayard in 2025?

Bayard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Bayard most popular?

Bayard peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.

Bayard will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Bayard entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #943 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#943

peak (1882)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Bayard are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Bayard alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Bayard in 2025?: Bayard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Bayard most popular?: Bayard peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Bayard with classmates?: Bayard will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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