Cline
boy nameCline entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #1002 in 1905, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1894–2025
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rank today
#1002
peak (1905)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1074 |
| 1900s | #1228 |
| 1910s | #1590 |
| 1920s | #1884 |
| 1930s | #1870 |
| 1940s | #2149 |
| 1950s | #2802 |
| 1960s | #3377 |
| 1970s | #4493 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 2000s | #10332 |
| 2010s | #10984 |
| 2020s | #10734 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Cline are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cline alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cline in 2025?
- Cline is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cline most popular?
- Cline peaked in 1905, reaching #1002 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cline with classmates?
- Cline will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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