Captain
boy name#5208 in 2025Captain entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #679 in 1887, ranks #5208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#5208
rank today
#679
peak (1887)
18
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #786 |
| 1900s | #1058 |
| 1910s | #3118 |
| 1920s | #3888 |
| 1930s | #3534 |
| 1940s | #3560 |
| 1950s | #3944 |
| 1980s | #5468 |
| 2000s | #10054 |
| 2010s | #4402 |
| 2020s | #5118 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Captain has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Captain are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Captain 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 Captain in 2025?
- Captain ranks #5208 among US boy names in 2025, with 18 babies given the name.
- When was the name Captain most popular?
- Captain peaked in 1887, reaching #679 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Captain with classmates?
- Captain will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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