Becky
boy nameBecky entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #2414 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
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rank today
#2414
peak (1963)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1950s | #3454 |
| 1960s | #3183 |
| 1970s | #4463 |
| 1980s | #4940 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Becky are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Becky alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Becky in 2025?
- Becky is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Becky most popular?
- Becky peaked in 1963, reaching #2414 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Becky with classmates?
- Becky will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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