Detroy
boy nameDetroy entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #3869 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#3869
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4138 |
| 1970s | #5951 |
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #7027 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Detroy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Detroy alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Detroy in 2025?
- Detroy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Detroy most popular?
- Detroy peaked in 1921, reaching #3869 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Detroy with classmates?
- Detroy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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