Cavanaugh
boy name#12008 in 2025Cavanaugh entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #8732 in 2006, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
#12008
rank today
#8732
peak (2006)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10098 |
| 2010s | #9734 |
| 2020s | #10499 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cavanaugh are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cavanaugh is a kid of about 11 — 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 Cavanaugh in 2025?
- Cavanaugh ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cavanaugh most popular?
- Cavanaugh peaked in 2006, reaching #8732 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cavanaugh with classmates?
- Cavanaugh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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