Judy
girl name#1872 in 2025Judy entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #11 in 1946, ranks #1872 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1872
rank today
#11
peak (1946)
105
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #921 |
| 1890s | #1068 |
| 1900s | #991 |
| 1910s | #667 |
| 1920s | #426 |
| 1930s | #175 |
| 1940s | #15 |
| 1950s | #32 |
| 1960s | #92 |
| 1970s | #291 |
| 1980s | #460 |
| 1990s | #810 |
| 2000s | #1455 |
| 2010s | #1603 |
| 2020s | #1684 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Judy has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 276,000 people named Judy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Judy alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Judy in 2025?
- Judy ranks #1872 among US girl names in 2025, with 105 babies given the name.
- When was the name Judy most popular?
- Judy peaked in 1946, reaching #11 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Judy with classmates?
- Judy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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