Finlay
boy name#2604 in 2025Finlay entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2145 in 2015, ranks #2604 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#2604
rank today
#2145
peak (2015)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3728 |
| 1990s | #7717 |
| 2000s | #3342 |
| 2010s | #2808 |
| 2020s | #2570 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Finlay has been most popular in CA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Finlay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Finlay is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Finlay in 2025?
- Finlay ranks #2604 among US boy names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Finlay most popular?
- Finlay peaked in 2015, reaching #2145 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Finlay with classmates?
- Finlay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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