How popular is the name Little in 2025?

Little is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Little most popular?

Little peaked in 1896, reaching #826 among US boy names.

Little will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Little entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #826 in 1896, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#826

peak (1896)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 900 people named Little are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Little alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Little in 2025?: Little is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Little most popular?: Little peaked in 1896, reaching #826 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Little with classmates?: Little will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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