Destiny
girl name#635 in 2025Destiny entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #22 in 2001, ranks #635 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1956–2025
#635
rank today
#22
peak (2001)
458
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5868 |
| 1960s | #3567 |
| 1970s | #1119 |
| 1980s | #378 |
| 1990s | #91 |
| 2000s | #37 |
| 2010s | #177 |
| 2020s | #447 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Destiny has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 150,000 people named Destiny are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Destiny alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Destiny in 2025?
- Destiny ranks #635 among US girl names in 2025, with 458 babies given the name.
- When was the name Destiny most popular?
- Destiny peaked in 2001, reaching #22 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Destiny with classmates?
- Destiny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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