Lad
boy nameLad entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3535 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3535
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #4239 |
| 1950s | #3535 |
| 1960s | #4039 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lad are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lad alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lad in 2025?
- Lad is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lad most popular?
- Lad peaked in 1956, reaching #3535 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lad with classmates?
- Lad will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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