Bob
boy name#9714 in 2025Bob entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #75 in 1934, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#9714
rank today
#75
peak (1934)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #216 |
| 1890s | #233 |
| 1900s | #239 |
| 1910s | #279 |
| 1920s | #137 |
| 1930s | #82 |
| 1940s | #116 |
| 1950s | #213 |
| 1960s | #236 |
| 1970s | #626 |
| 1980s | #1120 |
| 1990s | #2441 |
| 2000s | #5104 |
| 2010s | #6659 |
| 2020s | #9363 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bob has been most popular in California.
Living bearers
About 39,000 people named Bob are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bob alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bob in 2025?
- Bob ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bob most popular?
- Bob peaked in 1934, reaching #75 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bob with classmates?
- Bob will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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