Genius
boy nameGenius entered the US charts in 2017, peaked at #7262 in 2022, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2017–2025
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rank today
#7262
peak (2022)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #11466 |
| 2020s | #9666 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Genius are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Genius is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Genius in 2025?
- Genius is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Genius most popular?
- Genius peaked in 2022, reaching #7262 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Genius with classmates?
- Genius will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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