How popular is the name Dare in 2025?

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

When was the name Dare most popular?

Dare peaked in 1952, reaching #3373 among US boy names.

Dare will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Dare entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #3373 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#3373

peak (1952)

babies in 2025

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a rare gem few children share

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 1957, making them about 68 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dare in 2025?: Dare is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Dare most popular?: Dare peaked in 1952, reaching #3373 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dare with classmates?: Dare will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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