Calamity
girl nameCalamity entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #3696 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#3696
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4116 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Calamity are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Calamity alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Calamity in 2025?
- Calamity is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Calamity most popular?
- Calamity peaked in 1956, reaching #3696 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Calamity with classmates?
- Calamity will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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