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Johnny

girl name#10917 in 2025

Johnny entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #870 in 1928, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.

Popularity 18962025

18962025
US babies named Johnny per year from 1896 to 2025
#10917
rank today
#870
peak (1928)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share

Rank by decade

DecadeAverage rank
1890s#1569
1900s#1776
1910s#1539
1920s#1140
1930s#1118
1940s#1117
1950s#1264
1960s#1558
1970s#2167
1980s#3754
1990s#8078
2000s#13604
2010s#12723
2020s#11471

Living bearers

About 2,400 people named Johnny are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Johnny alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

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Frequently asked questions

How popular is the name Johnny in 2025?
Johnny ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
When was the name Johnny most popular?
Johnny peaked in 1928, reaching #870 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Johnny with classmates?
Johnny will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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