Ember
boy name#3240 in 2025Ember entered the US charts in 2005, peaked at #2373 in 2021, ranks #3240 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2005–2025
#3240
rank today
#2373
peak (2021)
36
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10407 |
| 2010s | #5819 |
| 2020s | #3049 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ember has been most popular in CA, TX, WA.
Living bearers
About 400 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 #3240 among US boy names in 2025, with 36 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ember most popular?
- Ember peaked in 2021, reaching #2373 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ember with classmates?
- Ember will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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