Moss
boy name#5208 in 2025Moss entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #943 in 1901, ranks #5208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1891–2025
#5208
rank today
#943
peak (1901)
18
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #963 |
| 1900s | #1192 |
| 1910s | #2857 |
| 1920s | #3304 |
| 1930s | #3273 |
| 1940s | #3322 |
| 1950s | #3450 |
| 1960s | #3649 |
| 1970s | #4326 |
| 1990s | #8735 |
| 2000s | #8787 |
| 2010s | #9090 |
| 2020s | #5752 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Moss are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Moss alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Moss in 2025?
- Moss ranks #5208 among US boy names in 2025, with 18 babies given the name.
- When was the name Moss most popular?
- Moss peaked in 1901, reaching #943 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Moss with classmates?
- Moss will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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