Guru
boy nameGuru entered the US charts in 2007, peaked at #8744 in 2015, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2007–2025
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rank today
#8744
peak (2015)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #12367 |
| 2010s | #8744 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Guru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Guru is a kid of about 10 — 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 Guru in 2025?
- Guru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Guru most popular?
- Guru peaked in 2015, reaching #8744 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Guru with classmates?
- Guru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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