Ness
boy name#8910 in 2025Ness entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #6345 in 2018, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
#8910
rank today
#6345
peak (2018)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9948 |
| 2010s | #10198 |
| 2020s | #9491 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ness are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ness is a kid of about 6 — 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 Ness in 2025?
- Ness ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ness most popular?
- Ness peaked in 2018, reaching #6345 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ness with classmates?
- Ness will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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