Magnus
boy name#763 in 2025Magnus entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #719 in 2017, ranks #763 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#763
rank today
#719
peak (2017)
337
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #987 |
| 1900s | #1138 |
| 1910s | #1731 |
| 1920s | #2202 |
| 1930s | #2758 |
| 1940s | #3254 |
| 1950s | #3355 |
| 1960s | #3672 |
| 1970s | #4312 |
| 1980s | #4855 |
| 1990s | #4106 |
| 2000s | #1489 |
| 2010s | #929 |
| 2020s | #763 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Magnus has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington.
Living bearers
About 5,700 people named Magnus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Magnus is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Magnus in 2025?
- Magnus ranks #763 among US boy names in 2025, with 337 babies given the name.
- When was the name Magnus most popular?
- Magnus peaked in 2017, reaching #719 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Magnus with classmates?
- Magnus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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