Mehdi
boy name#3949 in 2025Mehdi entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #2465 in 1979, ranks #3949 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
#3949
rank today
#2465
peak (1979)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4445 |
| 1980s | #3942 |
| 1990s | #3942 |
| 2000s | #3402 |
| 2010s | #3935 |
| 2020s | #4368 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mehdi has been most popular in CA, MI, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Mehdi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mehdi alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mehdi in 2025?
- Mehdi ranks #3949 among US boy names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mehdi most popular?
- Mehdi peaked in 1979, reaching #2465 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mehdi with classmates?
- Mehdi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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