Mare
boy nameMare entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #1810 in 1969, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#1810
peak (1969)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3712 |
| 1950s | #2817 |
| 1960s | #2938 |
| 1970s | #3584 |
| 1980s | #5315 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Mare are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mare alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mare in 2025?
- Mare is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mare most popular?
- Mare peaked in 1969, reaching #1810 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mare with classmates?
- Mare will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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