Misty
girl name#4067 in 2025Misty entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #40 in 1977, ranks #4067 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1944–2025
#4067
rank today
#40
peak (1977)
35
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4045 |
| 1950s | #2493 |
| 1960s | #457 |
| 1970s | #97 |
| 1980s | #122 |
| 1990s | #530 |
| 2000s | #1580 |
| 2010s | #3289 |
| 2020s | #4477 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Misty has been most popular in California, Texas, Iowa.
Living bearers
About 81,000 people named Misty are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Misty alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Misty in 2025?
- Misty ranks #4067 among US girl names in 2025, with 35 babies given the name.
- When was the name Misty most popular?
- Misty peaked in 1977, reaching #40 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Misty with classmates?
- Misty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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