Nephi
boy name#9714 in 2025Nephi entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2277 in 1974, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#9714
rank today
#2277
peak (1974)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3282 |
| 1920s | #3849 |
| 1940s | #3538 |
| 1950s | #3373 |
| 1960s | #3736 |
| 1970s | #3327 |
| 1980s | #4218 |
| 1990s | #4562 |
| 2000s | #5468 |
| 2010s | #7638 |
| 2020s | #9538 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nephi has been most popular in UT.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Nephi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nephi 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 Nephi in 2025?
- Nephi ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nephi most popular?
- Nephi peaked in 1974, reaching #2277 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nephi with classmates?
- Nephi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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