Guinness
boy nameGuinness entered the US charts in 2000, peaked at #8310 in 2009, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2000–2025
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rank today
#8310
peak (2009)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10527 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Guinness are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Guinness alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Guinness in 2025?
- Guinness is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Guinness most popular?
- Guinness peaked in 2009, reaching #8310 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Guinness with classmates?
- Guinness will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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