Belden
boy nameBelden entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #3668 in 1948, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#3668
peak (1948)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 1940s | #3668 |
| 1950s | #3921 |
| 1960s | #4222 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Belden are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Belden alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Belden in 2025?
- Belden is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Belden most popular?
- Belden peaked in 1948, reaching #3668 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Belden with classmates?
- Belden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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