Joy
girl name#419 in 2025Joy entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #109 in 1974, ranks #419 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1885–2025
#419
rank today
#109
peak (1974)
747
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #816 |
| 1890s | #723 |
| 1900s | #584 |
| 1910s | #460 |
| 1920s | #252 |
| 1930s | #154 |
| 1940s | #163 |
| 1950s | #149 |
| 1960s | #170 |
| 1970s | #147 |
| 1980s | #235 |
| 1990s | #417 |
| 2000s | #497 |
| 2010s | #421 |
| 2020s | #429 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Joy has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 108,000 people named Joy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Joy alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Joy in 2025?
- Joy ranks #419 among US girl names in 2025, with 747 babies given the name.
- When was the name Joy most popular?
- Joy peaked in 1974, reaching #109 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Joy with classmates?
- Joy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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