Caldwell
boy name#5861 in 2025Caldwell entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #1111 in 1906, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1906–2025
#5861
rank today
#1111
peak (1906)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1133 |
| 1910s | #1749 |
| 1920s | #2594 |
| 1930s | #2804 |
| 1940s | #2702 |
| 1950s | #2689 |
| 1960s | #3624 |
| 1970s | #4441 |
| 1980s | #7428 |
| 1990s | #7607 |
| 2000s | #10634 |
| 2010s | #10197 |
| 2020s | #7895 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Caldwell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Caldwell alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Caldwell in 2025?
- Caldwell ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Caldwell most popular?
- Caldwell peaked in 1906, reaching #1111 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Caldwell with classmates?
- Caldwell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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