Jock
boy nameJock entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1130 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#1130
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4038 |
| 1920s | #3642 |
| 1930s | #3236 |
| 1940s | #2113 |
| 1950s | #1473 |
| 1960s | #1633 |
| 1970s | #3660 |
| 1980s | #3258 |
| 1990s | #6437 |
| 2000s | #10567 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Jock are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jock alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jock in 2025?
- Jock is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jock most popular?
- Jock peaked in 1957, reaching #1130 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jock with classmates?
- Jock will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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