Boykin
boy nameBoykin entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2690 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#2690
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3736 |
| 1920s | #3657 |
| 1930s | #3439 |
| 1940s | #3110 |
| 1950s | #3708 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Boykin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Boykin alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Boykin in 2025?
- Boykin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Boykin most popular?
- Boykin peaked in 1946, reaching #2690 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Boykin with classmates?
- Boykin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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