Jonquil
boy nameJonquil entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #5360 in 1993, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
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rank today
#5360
peak (1993)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6515 |
| 1990s | #7460 |
| 2000s | #11358 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jonquil are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jonquil alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jonquil in 2025?
- Jonquil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jonquil most popular?
- Jonquil peaked in 1993, reaching #5360 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jonquil with classmates?
- Jonquil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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