Luther
boy name#1459 in 2025Luther entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #63 in 1887, ranks #1459 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1459
rank today
#63
peak (1887)
122
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #68 |
| 1890s | #73 |
| 1900s | #84 |
| 1910s | #111 |
| 1920s | #131 |
| 1930s | #166 |
| 1940s | #201 |
| 1950s | #284 |
| 1960s | #392 |
| 1970s | #506 |
| 1980s | #645 |
| 1990s | #1038 |
| 2000s | #1588 |
| 2010s | #1657 |
| 2020s | #1487 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Luther has been most popular in TX, CA, MN.
Living bearers
About 21,500 people named Luther are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Luther alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Luther in 2025?
- Luther ranks #1459 among US boy names in 2025, with 122 babies given the name.
- When was the name Luther most popular?
- Luther peaked in 1887, reaching #63 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Luther with classmates?
- Luther will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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