Dude
boy nameDude entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2544 in 1912, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#2544
peak (1912)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3124 |
| 1920s | #3738 |
| 1970s | #4724 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dude are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dude alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dude in 2025?
- Dude is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dude most popular?
- Dude peaked in 1912, reaching #2544 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dude with classmates?
- Dude will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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