Major
girl nameMajor entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #3800 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#3800
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4967 |
| 1930s | #4025 |
| 2010s | #12836 |
| 2020s | #14207 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Major are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Major is a kid of about 7 — 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 Major in 2025?
- Major is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Major most popular?
- Major peaked in 1937, reaching #3800 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Major with classmates?
- Major will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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