Clary
boy nameClary entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1910 in 1943, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1910
peak (1943)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2829 |
| 1920s | #3579 |
| 1930s | #3314 |
| 1940s | #3072 |
| 1950s | #3501 |
| 1960s | #3594 |
| 1980s | #6385 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Clary are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Clary alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clary in 2025?
- Clary is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Clary most popular?
- Clary peaked in 1943, reaching #1910 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Clary with classmates?
- Clary will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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