Katniss
girl name#11932 in 2025Katniss entered the US charts in 2012, peaked at #3925 in 2014, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2012–2025
#11932
rank today
#3925
peak (2014)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #8586 |
| 2020s | #9822 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Katniss has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Katniss are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Katniss is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Katniss in 2025?
- Katniss ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Katniss most popular?
- Katniss peaked in 2014, reaching #3925 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Katniss with classmates?
- Katniss will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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