Espy
boy nameEspy entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3252 in 1922, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#3252
peak (1922)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3534 |
| 1930s | #3645 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Espy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Espy alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Espy in 2025?
- Espy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Espy most popular?
- Espy peaked in 1922, reaching #3252 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Espy with classmates?
- Espy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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