How popular is the name Beryl in 2025?

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

When was the name Beryl most popular?

Beryl peaked in 1912, reaching #584 among US boy names.

Beryl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Beryl entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #584 in 1912, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#584

peak (1912)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 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.

How popular is the name Beryl in 2025?: Beryl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Beryl most popular?: Beryl peaked in 1912, reaching #584 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Beryl with classmates?: Beryl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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