Cambridge
boy nameCambridge entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #7157 in 2016, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
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rank today
#7157
peak (2016)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11463 |
| 2010s | #9297 |
| 2020s | #10954 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cambridge are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cambridge is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cambridge in 2025?
- Cambridge is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cambridge most popular?
- Cambridge peaked in 2016, reaching #7157 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cambridge with classmates?
- Cambridge will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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