Hicks
boy nameHicks entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2457 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2457
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2843 |
| 1920s | #3803 |
| 1930s | #3763 |
| 1950s | #3734 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hicks are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hicks alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hicks in 2025?
- Hicks is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hicks most popular?
- Hicks peaked in 1914, reaching #2457 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hicks with classmates?
- Hicks will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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