Buckner
boy nameBuckner entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #3681 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#3681
peak (1950)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4307 |
| 1950s | #3681 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Buckner are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Buckner alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Buckner in 2025?
- Buckner is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Buckner most popular?
- Buckner peaked in 1950, reaching #3681 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Buckner with classmates?
- Buckner will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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