Hedy
girl name#11932 in 2025Hedy entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #693 in 1941, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#11932
rank today
#693
peak (1941)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3535 |
| 1920s | #2125 |
| 1930s | #1930 |
| 1940s | #917 |
| 1950s | #1575 |
| 1960s | #2677 |
| 1970s | #5883 |
| 1980s | #8248 |
| 1990s | #11918 |
| 2000s | #11735 |
| 2010s | #11198 |
| 2020s | #11199 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hedy has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Hedy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hedy alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hedy in 2025?
- Hedy ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hedy most popular?
- Hedy peaked in 1941, reaching #693 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hedy with classmates?
- Hedy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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