Jean
girl name#2117 in 2025Jean entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #12 in 1926, ranks #2117 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2117
rank today
#12
peak (1926)
88
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #193 |
| 1890s | #170 |
| 1900s | #115 |
| 1910s | #54 |
| 1920s | #18 |
| 1930s | #19 |
| 1940s | #38 |
| 1950s | #60 |
| 1960s | #117 |
| 1970s | #259 |
| 1980s | #465 |
| 1990s | #1073 |
| 2000s | #2287 |
| 2010s | #2559 |
| 2020s | #2364 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jean has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 191,000 people named Jean are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jean alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jean in 2025?
- Jean ranks #2117 among US girl names in 2025, with 88 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jean most popular?
- Jean peaked in 1926, reaching #12 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jean with classmates?
- Jean will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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