Monroe
boy name#1260 in 2025Monroe entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #177 in 1882, ranks #1260 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1260
rank today
#177
peak (1882)
157
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #204 |
| 1890s | #228 |
| 1900s | #230 |
| 1910s | #279 |
| 1920s | #320 |
| 1930s | #378 |
| 1940s | #460 |
| 1950s | #654 |
| 1960s | #863 |
| 1970s | #1196 |
| 1980s | #1680 |
| 1990s | #2380 |
| 2000s | #3046 |
| 2010s | #1745 |
| 2020s | #1333 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Monroe has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 6,300 people named Monroe are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Monroe alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Monroe in 2025?
- Monroe ranks #1260 among US boy names in 2025, with 157 babies given the name.
- When was the name Monroe most popular?
- Monroe peaked in 1882, reaching #177 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Monroe with classmates?
- Monroe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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