Dune
boy name#5861 in 2025Dune entered the US charts in 2016, peaked at #4456 in 2023, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2016–2025
#5861
rank today
#4456
peak (2023)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #11450 |
| 2020s | #5200 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Dune are estimated to be alive in the US today.
Dune is overwhelmingly a brand-new baby name right now — most Dunes are still in diapers.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dune in 2025?
- Dune ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dune most popular?
- Dune peaked in 2023, reaching #4456 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dune with classmates?
- Dune will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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