George
boy name#126 in 2025George entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #4 in 1881, ranks #126 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#126
rank today
#4
peak (1881)
2,848
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #4 |
| 1890s | #4 |
| 1900s | #4 |
| 1910s | #6 |
| 1920s | #7 |
| 1930s | #9 |
| 1940s | #15 |
| 1950s | #26 |
| 1960s | #34 |
| 1970s | #50 |
| 1980s | #70 |
| 1990s | #108 |
| 2000s | #143 |
| 2010s | #142 |
| 2020s | #132 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, George has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 571,000 people named George are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical George alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name George in 2025?
- George ranks #126 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,848 babies given the name.
- When was the name George most popular?
- George peaked in 1881, reaching #4 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name George with classmates?
- George will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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