Hastings
boy name#6143 in 2025Hastings entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2269 in 1912, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#6143
rank today
#2269
peak (1912)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2269 |
| 1920s | #3872 |
| 2010s | #10399 |
| 2020s | #8004 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hastings are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hastings is a kid of about 3 — 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 Hastings in 2025?
- Hastings ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hastings most popular?
- Hastings peaked in 1912, reaching #2269 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hastings with classmates?
- Hastings will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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