How popular is the name Helen in 2025?

Helen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Helen most popular?

Helen peaked in 1903, reaching #357 among US boy names.

Helen will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Helen entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #357 in 1903, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#357

peak (1903)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Helen are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Helen alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Helen in 2025?: Helen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Helen most popular?: Helen peaked in 1903, reaching #357 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Helen with classmates?: Helen will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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