Linley
boy nameLinley entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2802 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#2802
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3304 |
| 1920s | #4209 |
| 1930s | #3814 |
| 1940s | #3264 |
| 1960s | #3785 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Linley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Linley alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Linley in 2025?
- Linley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Linley most popular?
- Linley peaked in 1949, reaching #2802 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Linley with classmates?
- Linley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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