How popular is the name General in 2025?

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

When was the name General most popular?

General peaked in 1885, reaching #277 among US boy names.

General will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

General entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #277 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#277

peak (1885)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named General are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical General alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name General in 2025?: General is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name General most popular?: General peaked in 1885, reaching #277 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name General with classmates?: General will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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