Ilse
girl name#3903 in 2025Ilse entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1511 in 1994, ranks #3903 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#3903
rank today
#1511
peak (1994)
37
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3036 |
| 1920s | #3004 |
| 1930s | #3088 |
| 1940s | #4117 |
| 1950s | #4816 |
| 1960s | #4640 |
| 1970s | #6516 |
| 1980s | #6268 |
| 1990s | #2054 |
| 2000s | #3043 |
| 2010s | #4320 |
| 2020s | #4142 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ilse has been most popular in TX, CA, AZ.
Living bearers
About 2,200 people named Ilse are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ilse alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ilse in 2025?
- Ilse ranks #3903 among US girl names in 2025, with 37 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ilse most popular?
- Ilse peaked in 1994, reaching #1511 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ilse with classmates?
- Ilse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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