Derby
boy nameDerby entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #5459 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
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rank today
#5459
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5459 |
| 1990s | #7770 |
| 2000s | #10662 |
| 2010s | #12259 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Derby are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Derby alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Derby in 2025?
- Derby is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Derby most popular?
- Derby peaked in 1987, reaching #5459 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Derby with classmates?
- Derby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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