How popular is the name Furman in 2025?

Furman is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Furman most popular?

Furman peaked in 1900, reaching #490 among US boy names.

Furman will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Furman entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #490 in 1900, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#490

peak (1900)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 900 people named Furman are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Furman alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Furman in 2025?: Furman is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Furman most popular?: Furman peaked in 1900, reaching #490 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Furman with classmates?: Furman will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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