How popular is the name Laird in 2025?

Laird is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Laird most popular?

Laird peaked in 1949, reaching #1029 among US boy names.

Laird will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Laird entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #1029 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1029

peak (1949)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Laird are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Laird alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Laird in 2025?: Laird is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Laird most popular?: Laird peaked in 1949, reaching #1029 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Laird with classmates?: Laird will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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