Memphis
girl name#1493 in 2025Memphis entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1024 in 2022, ranks #1493 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1915–2025
#1493
rank today
#1024
peak (2022)
143
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4274 |
| 1990s | #11793 |
| 2000s | #4684 |
| 2010s | #2115 |
| 2020s | #1283 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Memphis has been most popular in TX, FL, OH.
Living bearers
About 2,500 people named Memphis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Memphis is a kid of about 6 — 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 Memphis in 2025?
- Memphis ranks #1493 among US girl names in 2025, with 143 babies given the name.
- When was the name Memphis most popular?
- Memphis peaked in 2022, reaching #1024 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Memphis with classmates?
- Memphis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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