Illinois
girl nameIllinois entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #4398 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#4398
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4809 |
| 1920s | #4398 |
Living bearers
The typical Illinois alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Illinois in 2025?
- Illinois is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Illinois most popular?
- Illinois peaked in 1920, reaching #4398 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Illinois with classmates?
- Illinois will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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