Golden
girl name#3389 in 2025Golden entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #616 in 1892, ranks #3389 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
#3389
rank today
#616
peak (1892)
45
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #788 |
| 1890s | #784 |
| 1900s | #781 |
| 1910s | #957 |
| 1920s | #1369 |
| 1930s | #2142 |
| 1940s | #3124 |
| 1950s | #4712 |
| 1960s | #5591 |
| 1970s | #6700 |
| 1980s | #7665 |
| 1990s | #10998 |
| 2000s | #11047 |
| 2010s | #7531 |
| 2020s | #3607 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Golden has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Golden are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Golden alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Golden in 2025?
- Golden ranks #3389 among US girl names in 2025, with 45 babies given the name.
- When was the name Golden most popular?
- Golden peaked in 1892, reaching #616 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Golden with classmates?
- Golden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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