Molly
girl name#196 in 2025Molly entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #74 in 1991, ranks #196 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#196
rank today
#74
peak (1991)
1,601
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #363 |
| 1890s | #416 |
| 1900s | #377 |
| 1910s | #347 |
| 1920s | #406 |
| 1930s | #364 |
| 1940s | #359 |
| 1950s | #339 |
| 1960s | #296 |
| 1970s | #185 |
| 1980s | #116 |
| 1990s | #92 |
| 2000s | #98 |
| 2010s | #126 |
| 2020s | #195 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Molly has been most popular in TX, NY, CA.
Living bearers
About 161,000 people named Molly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Molly alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Molly in 2025?
- Molly ranks #196 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,601 babies given the name.
- When was the name Molly most popular?
- Molly peaked in 1991, reaching #74 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Molly with classmates?
- Molly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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