Empress
girl name#2298 in 2025Empress entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #1423 in 2019, ranks #2298 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
#2298
rank today
#1423
peak (2019)
79
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11637 |
| 1990s | #8698 |
| 2000s | #5888 |
| 2010s | #2937 |
| 2020s | #1841 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Empress has been most popular in FL, GA, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Empress are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Empress is a kid of about 7 — 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 Empress in 2025?
- Empress ranks #2298 among US girl names in 2025, with 79 babies given the name.
- When was the name Empress most popular?
- Empress peaked in 2019, reaching #1423 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Empress with classmates?
- Empress will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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