Emerald
boy name#3513 in 2025Emerald entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1217 in 1908, ranks #3513 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1908–2025
#3513
rank today
#1217
peak (1908)
32
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1217 |
| 1910s | #2543 |
| 1920s | #2577 |
| 1930s | #3328 |
| 1940s | #3370 |
| 1950s | #3647 |
| 1960s | #4065 |
| 1970s | #5101 |
| 1980s | #6234 |
| 2000s | #9521 |
| 2010s | #7746 |
| 2020s | #5059 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Emerald are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Emerald alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 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 #3513 among US boy names in 2025, with 32 babies given the name.
- When was the name Emerald most popular?
- Emerald peaked in 1908, reaching #1217 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Emerald with classmates?
- Emerald will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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