Flake
boy nameFlake entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3096 in 1918, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3096
peak (1918)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3678 |
| 1920s | #4163 |
Living bearers
The typical Flake alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Flake in 2025?
- Flake is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Flake most popular?
- Flake peaked in 1918, reaching #3096 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Flake with classmates?
- Flake will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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