Jefferson
boy name#829 in 2025Jefferson entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #251 in 1891, ranks #829 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#829
rank today
#251
peak (1891)
298
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #283 |
| 1890s | #364 |
| 1900s | #452 |
| 1910s | #484 |
| 1920s | #519 |
| 1930s | #634 |
| 1940s | #594 |
| 1950s | #558 |
| 1960s | #547 |
| 1970s | #564 |
| 1980s | #702 |
| 1990s | #682 |
| 2000s | #663 |
| 2010s | #661 |
| 2020s | #748 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jefferson has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Jefferson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jefferson alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jefferson in 2025?
- Jefferson ranks #829 among US boy names in 2025, with 298 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jefferson most popular?
- Jefferson peaked in 1891, reaching #251 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jefferson with classmates?
- Jefferson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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