Down
girl nameDown entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #5273 in 1966, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
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rank today
#5273
peak (1966)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5933 |
| 1970s | #7995 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Down are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Down alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Down in 2025?
- Down is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Down most popular?
- Down peaked in 1966, reaching #5273 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Down with classmates?
- Down will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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