Dudley
girl nameDudley entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #3139 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#3139
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3815 |
| 1920s | #4358 |
| 1930s | #3799 |
| 1940s | #3981 |
| 1950s | #4738 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dudley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dudley alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dudley in 2025?
- Dudley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dudley most popular?
- Dudley peaked in 1944, reaching #3139 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dudley with classmates?
- Dudley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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