Dare
girl nameDare entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #4023 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#4023
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4613 |
| 1920s | #4165 |
| 1930s | #4384 |
| 1940s | #5269 |
| 1950s | #5420 |
| 1960s | #6592 |
| 1970s | #10210 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dare are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dare 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 Dare in 2025?
- Dare is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dare most popular?
- Dare peaked in 1921, reaching #4023 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dare with classmates?
- Dare will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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