Cameron
boy name#76 in 2025Cameron entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #31 in 2000, ranks #76 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1882–2025
#76
rank today
#31
peak (2000)
4,348
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #851 |
| 1890s | #990 |
| 1900s | #1064 |
| 1910s | #1131 |
| 1920s | #967 |
| 1930s | #1058 |
| 1940s | #871 |
| 1950s | #575 |
| 1960s | #417 |
| 1970s | #271 |
| 1980s | #144 |
| 1990s | #49 |
| 2000s | #46 |
| 2010s | #59 |
| 2020s | #65 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cameron has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 304,000 people named Cameron are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cameron alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cameron in 2025?
- Cameron ranks #76 among US boy names in 2025, with 4,348 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cameron most popular?
- Cameron peaked in 2000, reaching #31 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cameron with classmates?
- Cameron will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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