How popular is the name Dax in 2025?

Dax ranks #692 among US boy names in 2025, with 393 babies given the name.

When was the name Dax most popular?

Dax peaked in 2019, reaching #413 among US boy names.

Dax will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name#692 in 2025

Dax entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #413 in 2019, ranks #692 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.

#692

rank today

#413

peak (2019)

393

babies in 2025

falling

a name gently stepping back from its peak

Over the last decade, Dax has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.

About 11,500 people named Dax are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Dax is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dax in 2025?: Dax ranks #692 among US boy names in 2025, with 393 babies given the name.
When was the name Dax most popular?: Dax peaked in 2019, reaching #413 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dax with classmates?: Dax will almost certainly be the only one in school.

Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.