Neon
boy name#8243 in 2025Neon entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #7173 in 2019, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1992–2025
#8243
rank today
#7173
peak (2019)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8435 |
| 2010s | #10090 |
| 2020s | #8285 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Neon are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Neon is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Neon in 2025?
- Neon ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Neon most popular?
- Neon peaked in 2019, reaching #7173 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Neon with classmates?
- Neon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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