Midge
girl nameMidge entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1698 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#1698
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3460 |
| 1920s | #3682 |
| 1930s | #3508 |
| 1940s | #1972 |
| 1950s | #2116 |
| 1960s | #3391 |
| 1970s | #7818 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Midge are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Midge alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Midge in 2025?
- Midge is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Midge most popular?
- Midge peaked in 1944, reaching #1698 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Midge with classmates?
- Midge will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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