Emerald
girl name#741 in 2025Emerald entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #708 in 2024, ranks #741 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1904–2025
#741
rank today
#708
peak (2024)
367
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1857 |
| 1910s | #2470 |
| 1920s | #3536 |
| 1930s | #4060 |
| 1940s | #4497 |
| 1950s | #4704 |
| 1960s | #5580 |
| 1970s | #5253 |
| 1980s | #1485 |
| 1990s | #902 |
| 2000s | #1245 |
| 2010s | #1265 |
| 2020s | #803 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Emerald has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 9,200 people named Emerald are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Emerald alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Emerald in 2025?
- Emerald ranks #741 among US girl names in 2025, with 367 babies given the name.
- When was the name Emerald most popular?
- Emerald peaked in 2024, reaching #708 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Emerald with classmates?
- Emerald will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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