Dre
boy name#5608 in 2025Dre entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #1601 in 1993, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
#5608
rank today
#1601
peak (1993)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6941 |
| 1990s | #3621 |
| 2000s | #4532 |
| 2010s | #3895 |
| 2020s | #4116 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dre has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Dre are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dre alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dre in 2025?
- Dre ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dre most popular?
- Dre peaked in 1993, reaching #1601 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dre with classmates?
- Dre will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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