How popular is the name Curley in 2025?

Curley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Curley most popular?

Curley peaked in 1902, reaching #490 among US boy names.

Curley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Curley entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #490 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#490

peak (1902)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,100 people named Curley are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Curley alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Curley in 2025?: Curley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Curley most popular?: Curley peaked in 1902, reaching #490 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Curley with classmates?: Curley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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