Mary
girl name#125 in 2025Mary entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #1 in 1880, ranks #125 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#125
rank today
#1
peak (1880)
2,230
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1 |
| 1890s | #1 |
| 1900s | #1 |
| 1910s | #1 |
| 1920s | #1 |
| 1930s | #1 |
| 1940s | #1 |
| 1950s | #1 |
| 1960s | #3 |
| 1970s | #17 |
| 1980s | #33 |
| 1990s | #40 |
| 2000s | #71 |
| 2010s | #121 |
| 2020s | #130 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mary has been most popular in TX, AL, GA.
Living bearers
About 1,789,000 people named Mary are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mary alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mary in 2025?
- Mary ranks #125 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,230 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mary most popular?
- Mary peaked in 1880, reaching #1 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mary with classmates?
- Mary will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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