Liv
girl name#895 in 2025Liv entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #666 in 2020, ranks #895 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1956–2025
#895
rank today
#666
peak (2020)
296
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #6028 |
| 1960s | #7471 |
| 1970s | #4417 |
| 1980s | #6769 |
| 1990s | #9218 |
| 2000s | #2407 |
| 2010s | #839 |
| 2020s | #758 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Liv has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 6,800 people named Liv are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Liv is a kid of about 8 — 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 Liv in 2025?
- Liv ranks #895 among US girl names in 2025, with 296 babies given the name.
- When was the name Liv most popular?
- Liv peaked in 2020, reaching #666 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Liv with classmates?
- Liv will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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