How popular is the name Fernie in 2025?

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

When was the name Fernie most popular?

Fernie peaked in 1961, reaching #2322 among US boy names.

Fernie will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Fernie entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2322 in 1961, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2322

peak (1961)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Fernie are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Fernie alive today was born around 1964, making them about 61 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Fernie in 2025?: Fernie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Fernie most popular?: Fernie peaked in 1961, reaching #2322 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Fernie with classmates?: Fernie will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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