Ferdinand
boy name#4249 in 2025Ferdinand entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #227 in 1884, ranks #4249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4249
rank today
#227
peak (1884)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #275 |
| 1890s | #304 |
| 1900s | #374 |
| 1910s | #363 |
| 1920s | #457 |
| 1930s | #602 |
| 1940s | #852 |
| 1950s | #924 |
| 1960s | #1054 |
| 1970s | #1349 |
| 1980s | #1854 |
| 1990s | #3131 |
| 2000s | #4466 |
| 2010s | #4377 |
| 2020s | #4544 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ferdinand has been most popular in NY, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 2,900 people named Ferdinand are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ferdinand alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ferdinand in 2025?
- Ferdinand ranks #4249 among US boy names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ferdinand most popular?
- Ferdinand peaked in 1884, reaching #227 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ferdinand with classmates?
- Ferdinand will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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