Indigo
boy name#1529 in 2025Indigo entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #1523 in 2022, ranks #1529 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1994–2025
#1529
rank today
#1523
peak (2022)
113
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #5265 |
| 2000s | #5143 |
| 2010s | #3397 |
| 2020s | #1695 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Indigo has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Indigo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Indigo is a kid of about 6 — 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 Indigo in 2025?
- Indigo ranks #1529 among US boy names in 2025, with 113 babies given the name.
- When was the name Indigo most popular?
- Indigo peaked in 2022, reaching #1523 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Indigo with classmates?
- Indigo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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