Fred
boy name#1932 in 2025Fred entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #14 in 1885, ranks #1932 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1932
rank today
#14
peak (1885)
80
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #15 |
| 1890s | #15 |
| 1900s | #19 |
| 1910s | #27 |
| 1920s | #33 |
| 1930s | #35 |
| 1940s | #52 |
| 1950s | #98 |
| 1960s | #143 |
| 1970s | #239 |
| 1980s | #388 |
| 1990s | #638 |
| 2000s | #1085 |
| 2010s | #1552 |
| 2020s | #1783 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Fred has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 103,000 people named Fred are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Fred alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Fred in 2025?
- Fred ranks #1932 among US boy names in 2025, with 80 babies given the name.
- When was the name Fred most popular?
- Fred peaked in 1885, reaching #14 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Fred with classmates?
- Fred will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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