Mitchell
boy name#952 in 2025Mitchell entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #71 in 1994, ranks #952 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#952
rank today
#71
peak (1994)
245
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #317 |
| 1890s | #306 |
| 1900s | #301 |
| 1910s | #277 |
| 1920s | #303 |
| 1930s | #341 |
| 1940s | #254 |
| 1950s | #146 |
| 1960s | #145 |
| 1970s | #184 |
| 1980s | #122 |
| 1990s | #91 |
| 2000s | #238 |
| 2010s | #540 |
| 2020s | #839 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mitchell has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 138,000 people named Mitchell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mitchell alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mitchell in 2025?
- Mitchell ranks #952 among US boy names in 2025, with 245 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mitchell most popular?
- Mitchell peaked in 1994, reaching #71 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mitchell with classmates?
- Mitchell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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