Jap
boy nameJap entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2765 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#2765
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4179 |
| 1920s | #3770 |
Living bearers
The typical Jap 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 Jap in 2025?
- Jap is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jap most popular?
- Jap peaked in 1920, reaching #2765 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jap with classmates?
- Jap will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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