Jericho
boy name#883 in 2025Jericho entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #883 in 2025, ranks #883 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1970–2025
#883
rank today
#883
peak (2025)
269
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2862 |
| 1980s | #2258 |
| 1990s | #1455 |
| 2000s | #1230 |
| 2010s | #987 |
| 2020s | #913 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jericho has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 5,900 people named Jericho are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jericho is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jericho in 2025?
- Jericho ranks #883 among US boy names in 2025, with 269 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jericho most popular?
- Jericho peaked in 2025, reaching #883 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jericho with classmates?
- Jericho will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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