Light
girl name#8860 in 2025Light entered the US charts in 2014, peaked at #7640 in 2023, ranks #8860 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2014–2025
#8860
rank today
#7640
peak (2023)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #14976 |
| 2020s | #10485 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Light are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Light 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 Light in 2025?
- Light ranks #8860 among US girl names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Light most popular?
- Light peaked in 2023, reaching #7640 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Light with classmates?
- Light will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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