Byrd
girl nameByrd entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #561 in 1883, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#561
peak (1883)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #814 |
| 1890s | #1070 |
| 1900s | #1688 |
| 1910s | #3126 |
| 1920s | #3876 |
| 1930s | #3802 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Byrd are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Byrd alive today was born around 1897, making them about 128 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Byrd in 2025?
- Byrd is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Byrd most popular?
- Byrd peaked in 1883, reaching #561 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Byrd with classmates?
- Byrd will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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