Magnum
boy nameMagnum entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #3412 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#3412
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5280 |
| 1990s | #8217 |
| 2000s | #7795 |
| 2010s | #8044 |
| 2020s | #10602 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Magnum are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Magnum alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Magnum in 2025?
- Magnum is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Magnum most popular?
- Magnum peaked in 1981, reaching #3412 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Magnum with classmates?
- Magnum will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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