Birger
boy nameBirger entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1537 in 1911, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#1537
peak (1911)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2773 |
| 1920s | #4197 |
| 1930s | #3679 |
| 1940s | #3459 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Birger are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Birger alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Birger in 2025?
- Birger is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Birger most popular?
- Birger peaked in 1911, reaching #1537 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Birger with classmates?
- Birger will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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