Misty
boy nameMisty entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1943 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#1943
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2913 |
| 1980s | #4113 |
Living bearers
About 200 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Misty most popular?
- Misty peaked in 1979, reaching #1943 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Misty with classmates?
- Misty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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