Jeffrey
boy name#552 in 2025Jeffrey entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #9 in 1966, ranks #552 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1885–2025
#552
rank today
#9
peak (1966)
544
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #936 |
| 1910s | #1612 |
| 1920s | #1480 |
| 1930s | #924 |
| 1940s | #99 |
| 1950s | #26 |
| 1960s | #11 |
| 1970s | #17 |
| 1980s | #31 |
| 1990s | #66 |
| 2000s | #160 |
| 2010s | #284 |
| 2020s | #470 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jeffrey has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 832,000 people named Jeffrey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jeffrey alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jeffrey in 2025?
- Jeffrey ranks #552 among US boy names in 2025, with 544 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jeffrey most popular?
- Jeffrey peaked in 1966, reaching #9 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jeffrey with classmates?
- Jeffrey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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