Nessie
girl name#14942 in 2025Nessie entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #1793 in 1902, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1902–2025
#14942
rank today
#1793
peak (1902)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1793 |
| 1910s | #3088 |
| 1920s | #4634 |
| 1930s | #4411 |
| 1980s | #10677 |
| 2020s | #15118 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nessie are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nessie alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nessie in 2025?
- Nessie ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nessie most popular?
- Nessie peaked in 1902, reaching #1793 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nessie with classmates?
- Nessie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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