Mitchum
boy nameMitchum entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #3714 in 1951, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
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rank today
#3714
peak (1951)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3714 |
| 1970s | #4771 |
| 1980s | #6315 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Mitchum are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Mitchum alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mitchum in 2025?
- Mitchum is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mitchum most popular?
- Mitchum peaked in 1951, reaching #3714 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mitchum with classmates?
- Mitchum will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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