China
girl name#10917 in 2025China entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #816 in 1992, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1885–2025
#10917
rank today
#816
peak (1992)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1162 |
| 1900s | #1780 |
| 1910s | #2774 |
| 1920s | #3508 |
| 1930s | #3263 |
| 1940s | #4173 |
| 1950s | #4193 |
| 1960s | #3927 |
| 1970s | #2586 |
| 1980s | #1740 |
| 1990s | #983 |
| 2000s | #2930 |
| 2010s | #4920 |
| 2020s | #10119 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, China has been most popular in VA.
Living bearers
About 4,200 people named China are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical China alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name China in 2025?
- China ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name China most popular?
- China peaked in 1992, reaching #816 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name China with classmates?
- China will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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