Dam
boy nameDam entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #2613 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#2613
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5307 |
| 1980s | #5117 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dam are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dam alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dam in 2025?
- Dam is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dam most popular?
- Dam peaked in 1984, reaching #2613 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dam with classmates?
- Dam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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