Freeman
boy name#4050 in 2025Freeman entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #283 in 1891, ranks #4050 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4050
rank today
#283
peak (1891)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #334 |
| 1890s | #356 |
| 1900s | #333 |
| 1910s | #398 |
| 1920s | #439 |
| 1930s | #487 |
| 1940s | #558 |
| 1950s | #704 |
| 1960s | #895 |
| 1970s | #1171 |
| 1980s | #1460 |
| 1990s | #2023 |
| 2000s | #2922 |
| 2010s | #3583 |
| 2020s | #3843 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Freeman has been most popular in PA, OH.
Living bearers
About 4,400 people named Freeman are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Freeman alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Freeman in 2025?
- Freeman ranks #4050 among US boy names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Freeman most popular?
- Freeman peaked in 1891, reaching #283 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Freeman with classmates?
- Freeman will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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