How popular is the name Ma in 2025?

Ma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Ma most popular?

Ma peaked in 1990, reaching #3436 among US girl names.

Ma will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Ma entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #3436 in 1990, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#3436

peak (1990)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Ma are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ma alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ma in 2025?: Ma is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Ma most popular?: Ma peaked in 1990, reaching #3436 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Ma with classmates?: Ma will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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