Hymie
boy nameHymie entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #2423 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#2423
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2958 |
| 1920s | #3695 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 2010s | #12246 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hymie has been most popular in NY.
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hymie are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hymie alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hymie in 2025?
- Hymie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hymie most popular?
- Hymie peaked in 1917, reaching #2423 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hymie with classmates?
- Hymie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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