Dakota
girl name#295 in 2025Dakota entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #190 in 2006, ranks #295 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1915–2025
#295
rank today
#190
peak (2006)
1,035
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3134 |
| 1920s | #4464 |
| 1950s | #3172 |
| 1960s | #4802 |
| 1970s | #5265 |
| 1980s | #2870 |
| 1990s | #329 |
| 2000s | #276 |
| 2010s | #267 |
| 2020s | #269 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dakota has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 41,000 people named Dakota are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dakota alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dakota in 2025?
- Dakota ranks #295 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,035 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dakota most popular?
- Dakota peaked in 2006, reaching #190 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dakota with classmates?
- Dakota will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Dakota and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle