Bubba
boy name#12008 in 2025Bubba entered the US charts in 1945, peaked at #1318 in 1963, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1945–2025
#12008
rank today
#1318
peak (1963)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3343 |
| 1950s | #2083 |
| 1960s | #2053 |
| 1970s | #3529 |
| 1980s | #5808 |
| 1990s | #7271 |
| 2020s | #11169 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Bubba are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bubba alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bubba in 2025?
- Bubba ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bubba most popular?
- Bubba peaked in 1963, reaching #1318 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bubba with classmates?
- Bubba will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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