Lulu
girl name#3167 in 2025Lulu entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #76 in 1881, ranks #3167 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3167
rank today
#76
peak (1881)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #92 |
| 1890s | #161 |
| 1900s | #282 |
| 1910s | #459 |
| 1920s | #670 |
| 1930s | #879 |
| 1940s | #1707 |
| 1950s | #2370 |
| 1960s | #3495 |
| 1970s | #5486 |
| 1980s | #9320 |
| 1990s | #9861 |
| 2000s | #5015 |
| 2010s | #2979 |
| 2020s | #2909 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lulu has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Lulu are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lulu alive today was born around 1900, making them about 125 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lulu in 2025?
- Lulu ranks #3167 among US girl names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lulu most popular?
- Lulu peaked in 1881, reaching #76 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lulu with classmates?
- Lulu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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