Lucy
girl name#24 in 2025Lucy entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #24 in 2025, ranks #24 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#24
rank today
#24
peak (2025)
6,176
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #49 |
| 1890s | #57 |
| 1900s | #67 |
| 1910s | #81 |
| 1920s | #102 |
| 1930s | #138 |
| 1940s | #181 |
| 1950s | #219 |
| 1960s | #313 |
| 1970s | #506 |
| 1980s | #459 |
| 1990s | #433 |
| 2000s | #199 |
| 2010s | #60 |
| 2020s | #41 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lucy has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 137,000 people named Lucy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lucy alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lucy in 2025?
- Lucy ranks #24 among US girl names in 2025, with 6,176 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lucy most popular?
- Lucy peaked in 2025, reaching #24 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lucy with classmates?
- Lucy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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