Dudley
boy name#10695 in 2025Dudley entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #289 in 1881, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10695
rank today
#289
peak (1881)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #327 |
| 1890s | #370 |
| 1900s | #388 |
| 1910s | #418 |
| 1920s | #431 |
| 1930s | #418 |
| 1940s | #468 |
| 1950s | #537 |
| 1960s | #766 |
| 1970s | #1447 |
| 1980s | #2028 |
| 1990s | #3539 |
| 2000s | #7131 |
| 2010s | #7986 |
| 2020s | #8882 |
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Dudley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dudley alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 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 ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dudley most popular?
- Dudley peaked in 1881, reaching #289 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dudley with classmates?
- Dudley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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