Early
boy name#7679 in 2025Early entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #321 in 1897, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#7679
rank today
#321
peak (1897)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #485 |
| 1890s | #409 |
| 1900s | #452 |
| 1910s | #654 |
| 1920s | #742 |
| 1930s | #884 |
| 1940s | #927 |
| 1950s | #1214 |
| 1960s | #1902 |
| 1970s | #2826 |
| 1980s | #4690 |
| 1990s | #6212 |
| 2000s | #10185 |
| 2010s | #8941 |
| 2020s | #9198 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Early are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Early 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 Early in 2025?
- Early ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Early most popular?
- Early peaked in 1897, reaching #321 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Early with classmates?
- Early will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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