How popular is the name Erskine in 2025?

Erskine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Erskine most popular?

Erskine peaked in 1921, reaching #1026 among US boy names.

Erskine will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Erskine entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #1026 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1026

peak (1921)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,000 people named Erskine are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Erskine alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Erskine in 2025?: Erskine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Erskine most popular?: Erskine peaked in 1921, reaching #1026 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Erskine with classmates?: Erskine will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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