Ember
girl name#154 in 2025Ember entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #135 in 2024, ranks #154 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1946–2025
#154
rank today
#135
peak (2024)
1,952
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3665 |
| 1950s | #5243 |
| 1960s | #4906 |
| 1970s | #2952 |
| 1980s | #2371 |
| 1990s | #2204 |
| 2000s | #1494 |
| 2010s | #443 |
| 2020s | #161 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ember has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 22,500 people named Ember are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ember is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ember in 2025?
- Ember ranks #154 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,952 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ember most popular?
- Ember peaked in 2024, reaching #135 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ember with classmates?
- Ember will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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