Cullen
boy name#1108 in 2025Cullen entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #413 in 2010, ranks #1108 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1108
rank today
#413
peak (2010)
194
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #787 |
| 1890s | #969 |
| 1900s | #1021 |
| 1910s | #1147 |
| 1920s | #1350 |
| 1930s | #1480 |
| 1940s | #1487 |
| 1950s | #1566 |
| 1960s | #1408 |
| 1970s | #1067 |
| 1980s | #852 |
| 1990s | #589 |
| 2000s | #673 |
| 2010s | #549 |
| 2020s | #929 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cullen has been most popular in TX, LA, NC.
Living bearers
About 15,000 people named Cullen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cullen alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cullen in 2025?
- Cullen ranks #1108 among US boy names in 2025, with 194 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cullen most popular?
- Cullen peaked in 2010, reaching #413 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cullen with classmates?
- Cullen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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