Loy
girl nameLoy entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #1404 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1895–2025
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rank today
#1404
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1590 |
| 1900s | #1962 |
| 1910s | #2171 |
| 1920s | #3011 |
| 1930s | #1979 |
| 1940s | #2302 |
| 1950s | #2975 |
| 1960s | #5098 |
| 1970s | #8207 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Loy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Loy alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Loy in 2025?
- Loy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Loy most popular?
- Loy peaked in 1940, reaching #1404 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Loy with classmates?
- Loy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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