Hesper
girl nameHesper entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2540 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2540
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3584 |
| 1920s | #4625 |
| 1970s | #6883 |
| 1980s | #8626 |
| 2020s | #15293 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hesper are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hesper alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hesper in 2025?
- Hesper is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Hesper most popular?
- Hesper peaked in 1913, reaching #2540 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hesper with classmates?
- Hesper will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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