Fabian
boy name#468 in 2025Fabian entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #253 in 2007, ranks #468 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1882–2025
#468
rank today
#253
peak (2007)
655
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #943 |
| 1900s | #1051 |
| 1910s | #1290 |
| 1920s | #1212 |
| 1930s | #1366 |
| 1940s | #1440 |
| 1950s | #1164 |
| 1960s | #610 |
| 1970s | #498 |
| 1980s | #405 |
| 1990s | #323 |
| 2000s | #273 |
| 2010s | #344 |
| 2020s | #450 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Fabian has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 42,000 people named Fabian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Fabian alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Fabian in 2025?
- Fabian ranks #468 among US boy names in 2025, with 655 babies given the name.
- When was the name Fabian most popular?
- Fabian peaked in 2007, reaching #253 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Fabian with classmates?
- Fabian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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