Ly
boy nameLy entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #3230 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#3230
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4554 |
| 1980s | #5042 |
| 1990s | #7494 |
| 2000s | #12055 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Ly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ly alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ly in 2025?
- Ly is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ly most popular?
- Ly peaked in 1983, reaching #3230 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ly with classmates?
- Ly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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