Buckley
boy name#2183 in 2025Buckley entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1896 in 1962, ranks #2183 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#2183
rank today
#1896
peak (1962)
65
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4019 |
| 1920s | #3449 |
| 1930s | #2991 |
| 1940s | #2767 |
| 1950s | #2929 |
| 1960s | #2592 |
| 1970s | #3346 |
| 1980s | #4611 |
| 1990s | #7164 |
| 2000s | #10168 |
| 2010s | #6553 |
| 2020s | #2377 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Buckley has been most popular in WI, MI, CA.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Buckley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Buckley 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 Buckley in 2025?
- Buckley ranks #2183 among US boy names in 2025, with 65 babies given the name.
- When was the name Buckley most popular?
- Buckley peaked in 1962, reaching #1896 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Buckley with classmates?
- Buckley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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