Brinkley
boy nameBrinkley entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #3480 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
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rank today
#3480
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3480 |
| 1960s | #3802 |
| 2000s | #10665 |
| 2010s | #11453 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Brinkley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Brinkley alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Brinkley in 2025?
- Brinkley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Brinkley most popular?
- Brinkley peaked in 1939, reaching #3480 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brinkley with classmates?
- Brinkley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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