Benford
boy nameBenford entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2207 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2207
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2871 |
| 1920s | #3109 |
| 1930s | #2878 |
| 1940s | #2856 |
| 1950s | #3375 |
| 1960s | #3443 |
| 1970s | #4824 |
| 1980s | #7270 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Benford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Benford alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Benford in 2025?
- Benford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Benford most popular?
- Benford peaked in 1941, reaching #2207 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Benford with classmates?
- Benford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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