Legacy
boy name#955 in 2025Legacy entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #709 in 2021, ranks #955 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 2002–2025
#955
rank today
#709
peak (2021)
244
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #8340 |
| 2010s | #2530 |
| 2020s | #824 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Legacy has been most popular in GA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Legacy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Legacy is a kid of about 4 — 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 Legacy in 2025?
- Legacy ranks #955 among US boy names in 2025, with 244 babies given the name.
- When was the name Legacy most popular?
- Legacy peaked in 2021, reaching #709 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Legacy with classmates?
- Legacy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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