Bright
boy name#4857 in 2025Bright entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3260 in 1924, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#4857
rank today
#3260
peak (1924)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 1920s | #3773 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #8006 |
| 2000s | #8277 |
| 2010s | #6166 |
| 2020s | #4609 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Bright are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bright is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bright in 2025?
- Bright ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bright most popular?
- Bright peaked in 1924, reaching #3260 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bright with classmates?
- Bright will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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