Lew
boy name#12008 in 2025Lew entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #381 in 1880, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#12008
rank today
#381
peak (1880)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #552 |
| 1890s | #693 |
| 1900s | #1026 |
| 1910s | #1289 |
| 1920s | #1589 |
| 1930s | #1229 |
| 1940s | #1246 |
| 1950s | #1214 |
| 1960s | #1665 |
| 1970s | #3555 |
| 1980s | #5246 |
| 1990s | #7797 |
| 2010s | #10744 |
| 2020s | #10412 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Lew are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lew alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lew in 2025?
- Lew ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lew most popular?
- Lew peaked in 1880, reaching #381 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lew with classmates?
- Lew will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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