Major
boy name#669 in 2025Major entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #244 in 1881, ranks #669 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#669
rank today
#244
peak (1881)
407
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #274 |
| 1890s | #287 |
| 1900s | #338 |
| 1910s | #446 |
| 1920s | #512 |
| 1930s | #573 |
| 1940s | #586 |
| 1950s | #688 |
| 1960s | #902 |
| 1970s | #1128 |
| 1980s | #1334 |
| 1990s | #1967 |
| 2000s | #1648 |
| 2010s | #481 |
| 2020s | #494 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Major has been most popular in TX, FL, GA.
Living bearers
About 16,000 people named Major are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Major is a kid of about 12 — 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 ranks #669 among US boy names in 2025, with 407 babies given the name.
- When was the name Major most popular?
- Major peaked in 1881, reaching #244 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Major with classmates?
- Major will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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