Lefty
boy nameLefty entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #3452 in 1954, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#3452
peak (1954)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3697 |
| 1950s | #3625 |
| 1960s | #3935 |
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 2020s | #9763 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lefty are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lefty alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lefty in 2025?
- Lefty is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lefty most popular?
- Lefty peaked in 1954, reaching #3452 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lefty with classmates?
- Lefty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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