Beryl
girl name#10917 in 2025Beryl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #374 in 1920, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10917
rank today
#374
peak (1920)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #553 |
| 1890s | #458 |
| 1900s | #405 |
| 1910s | #410 |
| 1920s | #459 |
| 1930s | #538 |
| 1940s | #698 |
| 1950s | #933 |
| 1960s | #2069 |
| 1970s | #5489 |
| 1980s | #6237 |
| 1990s | #8492 |
| 2000s | #12675 |
| 2010s | #9924 |
| 2020s | #10597 |
Living bearers
About 3,000 people named Beryl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Beryl alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Beryl in 2025?
- Beryl ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Beryl most popular?
- Beryl peaked in 1920, reaching #374 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Beryl with classmates?
- Beryl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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