How popular is the name Dock in 2025?

Dock is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Dock most popular?

Dock peaked in 1883, reaching #185 among US boy names.

Dock will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Dock entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #185 in 1883, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#185

peak (1883)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,000 people named Dock are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Dock alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dock in 2025?: Dock is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Dock most popular?: Dock peaked in 1883, reaching #185 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dock with classmates?: Dock will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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