Manila
girl nameManila entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #305 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1897–2025
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rank today
#305
peak (1898)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #692 |
| 1900s | #1387 |
| 1910s | #4407 |
| 1920s | #4519 |
| 1940s | #4515 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Manila are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Manila alive today was born around 1898, making them about 127 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Manila in 2025?
- Manila is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Manila most popular?
- Manila peaked in 1898, reaching #305 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Manila with classmates?
- Manila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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