Molly
boy nameMolly entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #2106 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#2106
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4236 |
| 1980s | #3358 |
| 1990s | #6907 |
| 2000s | #9138 |
| 2010s | #9890 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Molly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Molly alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Molly most popular?
- Molly peaked in 1989, reaching #2106 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Molly with classmates?
- Molly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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