Graves
boy name#12008 in 2025Graves entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #921 in 1887, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1887–2025
#12008
rank today
#921
peak (1887)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #921 |
| 1910s | #3326 |
| 1920s | #4071 |
| 1930s | #3366 |
| 1960s | #4036 |
| 2010s | #10728 |
| 2020s | #10916 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Graves are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Graves alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Graves in 2025?
- Graves ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Graves most popular?
- Graves peaked in 1887, reaching #921 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Graves with classmates?
- Graves will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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