Downing
boy nameDowning entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3082 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#3082
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3409 |
Living bearers
The typical Downing alive today was born around 1915, making them about 110 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Downing in 2025?
- Downing is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Downing most popular?
- Downing peaked in 1915, reaching #3082 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Downing with classmates?
- Downing will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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