Lincoln
boy name#69 in 2025Lincoln entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #40 in 2020, ranks #69 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#69
rank today
#40
peak (2020)
4,703
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #623 |
| 1890s | #559 |
| 1900s | #583 |
| 1910s | #517 |
| 1920s | #543 |
| 1930s | #651 |
| 1940s | #703 |
| 1950s | #809 |
| 1960s | #700 |
| 1970s | #734 |
| 1980s | #851 |
| 1990s | #828 |
| 2000s | #446 |
| 2010s | #93 |
| 2020s | #58 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lincoln has been most popular in TX, OH, CA.
Living bearers
About 100,000 people named Lincoln are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lincoln is a kid of about 9 — 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 Lincoln in 2025?
- Lincoln ranks #69 among US boy names in 2025, with 4,703 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lincoln most popular?
- Lincoln peaked in 2020, reaching #40 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lincoln with classmates?
- Lincoln will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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