Declan
boy name#139 in 2025Declan entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #95 in 2019, ranks #139 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1951–2025
#139
rank today
#95
peak (2019)
2,570
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3740 |
| 1960s | #3398 |
| 1970s | #4195 |
| 1980s | #3574 |
| 1990s | #1388 |
| 2000s | #402 |
| 2010s | #137 |
| 2020s | #121 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Declan has been most popular in CA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 58,000 people named Declan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Declan is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Declan in 2025?
- Declan ranks #139 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,570 babies given the name.
- When was the name Declan most popular?
- Declan peaked in 2019, reaching #95 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Declan with classmates?
- Declan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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