Ismay
girl nameIsmay entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3598 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3598
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4143 |
| 1920s | #4178 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ismay are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ismay alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ismay in 2025?
- Ismay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Ismay most popular?
- Ismay peaked in 1920, reaching #3598 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ismay with classmates?
- Ismay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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