Cagney
boy nameCagney entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #1796 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#1796
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3818 |
| 1990s | #8700 |
| 2010s | #12287 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Cagney are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cagney alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cagney in 2025?
- Cagney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cagney most popular?
- Cagney peaked in 1984, reaching #1796 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cagney with classmates?
- Cagney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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