Filemon
boy nameFilemon entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2270 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#2270
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3981 |
| 1920s | #2890 |
| 1930s | #3307 |
| 1940s | #3096 |
| 1950s | #3396 |
| 1960s | #3480 |
| 1970s | #4459 |
| 1980s | #5619 |
| 1990s | #6032 |
| 2000s | #8230 |
| 2010s | #11501 |
| 2020s | #12330 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Filemon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Filemon alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Filemon in 2025?
- Filemon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Filemon most popular?
- Filemon peaked in 1928, reaching #2270 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Filemon with classmates?
- Filemon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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