Hajime
boy nameHajime entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2089 in 1925, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2089
peak (1925)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2846 |
| 1920s | #2944 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hajime are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hajime alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hajime in 2025?
- Hajime is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hajime most popular?
- Hajime peaked in 1925, reaching #2089 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hajime with classmates?
- Hajime will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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