Campbell
boy name#763 in 2025Campbell entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #700 in 1885, ranks #763 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1881–2025
#763
rank today
#700
peak (1885)
337
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #773 |
| 1890s | #892 |
| 1900s | #1158 |
| 1910s | #1535 |
| 1920s | #1872 |
| 1930s | #2371 |
| 1940s | #2151 |
| 1950s | #2586 |
| 1960s | #2891 |
| 1970s | #3782 |
| 1980s | #4259 |
| 1990s | #1842 |
| 2000s | #1066 |
| 2010s | #1166 |
| 2020s | #993 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Campbell has been most popular in TX, TN, NC.
Living bearers
About 5,600 people named Campbell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Campbell alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Campbell in 2025?
- Campbell ranks #763 among US boy names in 2025, with 337 babies given the name.
- When was the name Campbell most popular?
- Campbell peaked in 1885, reaching #700 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Campbell with classmates?
- Campbell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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