Boss
boy name#9714 in 2025Boss entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #567 in 1894, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#9714
rank today
#567
peak (1894)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #791 |
| 1890s | #816 |
| 1900s | #1013 |
| 1910s | #2920 |
| 1920s | #3372 |
| 1930s | #3361 |
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 2000s | #10283 |
| 2010s | #6727 |
| 2020s | #7550 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Boss are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Boss alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Boss in 2025?
- Boss ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Boss most popular?
- Boss peaked in 1894, reaching #567 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Boss with classmates?
- Boss will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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