Harvard
boy name#7679 in 2025Harvard entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1112 in 1913, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#7679
rank today
#1112
peak (1913)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1699 |
| 1920s | #2298 |
| 1930s | #1995 |
| 1940s | #2461 |
| 1950s | #3119 |
| 1960s | #3743 |
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #5484 |
| 2000s | #11037 |
| 2010s | #10173 |
| 2020s | #7679 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Harvard are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Harvard alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harvard in 2025?
- Harvard ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Harvard most popular?
- Harvard peaked in 1913, reaching #1112 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Harvard with classmates?
- Harvard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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