Dickey
boy nameDickey entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #1091 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#1091
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2820 |
| 1930s | #2049 |
| 1940s | #1386 |
| 1950s | #1545 |
| 1960s | #2361 |
| 1970s | #4103 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Dickey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dickey alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dickey in 2025?
- Dickey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dickey most popular?
- Dickey peaked in 1941, reaching #1091 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dickey with classmates?
- Dickey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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