Dave
boy name#2451 in 2025Dave entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #95 in 1881, ranks #2451 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2451
rank today
#95
peak (1881)
55
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #107 |
| 1890s | #127 |
| 1900s | #172 |
| 1910s | #255 |
| 1920s | #308 |
| 1930s | #246 |
| 1940s | #168 |
| 1950s | #201 |
| 1960s | #206 |
| 1970s | #538 |
| 1980s | #734 |
| 1990s | #1090 |
| 2000s | #1462 |
| 2010s | #1990 |
| 2020s | #2196 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dave has been most popular in FL, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 37,500 people named Dave are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dave alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dave in 2025?
- Dave ranks #2451 among US boy names in 2025, with 55 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dave most popular?
- Dave peaked in 1881, reaching #95 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dave with classmates?
- Dave will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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