Indiana
girl name#2194 in 2025Indiana entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #580 in 1880, ranks #2194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2194
rank today
#580
peak (1880)
84
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #875 |
| 1890s | #1152 |
| 1900s | #1527 |
| 1910s | #2706 |
| 1920s | #3675 |
| 1930s | #3423 |
| 1940s | #4243 |
| 1950s | #5370 |
| 1980s | #9432 |
| 1990s | #6142 |
| 2000s | #5208 |
| 2010s | #2921 |
| 2020s | #2007 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Indiana has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Indiana are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Indiana is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Indiana in 2025?
- Indiana ranks #2194 among US girl names in 2025, with 84 babies given the name.
- When was the name Indiana most popular?
- Indiana peaked in 1880, reaching #580 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Indiana with classmates?
- Indiana will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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