Johnny
boy name#457 in 2025Johnny entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #45 in 1944, ranks #457 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#457
rank today
#45
peak (1944)
682
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #414 |
| 1890s | #323 |
| 1900s | #215 |
| 1910s | #215 |
| 1920s | #148 |
| 1930s | #82 |
| 1940s | #50 |
| 1950s | #56 |
| 1960s | #70 |
| 1970s | #86 |
| 1980s | #122 |
| 1990s | #179 |
| 2000s | #241 |
| 2010s | #311 |
| 2020s | #428 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Johnny has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 221,000 people named Johnny are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Johnny 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 Johnny in 2025?
- Johnny ranks #457 among US boy names in 2025, with 682 babies given the name.
- When was the name Johnny most popular?
- Johnny peaked in 1944, reaching #45 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Johnny with classmates?
- Johnny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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