Bristol
girl name#728 in 2025Bristol entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #390 in 2019, ranks #728 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1973–2025
#728
rank today
#390
peak (2019)
382
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7435 |
| 1980s | #7074 |
| 1990s | #6213 |
| 2000s | #4396 |
| 2010s | #464 |
| 2020s | #559 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bristol has been most popular in TX, NC, OH.
Living bearers
About 11,000 people named Bristol are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bristol 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 Bristol in 2025?
- Bristol ranks #728 among US girl names in 2025, with 382 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bristol most popular?
- Bristol peaked in 2019, reaching #390 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bristol with classmates?
- Bristol will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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