Ney
boy nameNey entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #974 in 1889, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
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rank today
#974
peak (1889)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #974 |
| 1910s | #3185 |
| 1920s | #4286 |
| 1980s | #6951 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ney are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ney alive today was born around 1916, making them about 109 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ney in 2025?
- Ney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ney most popular?
- Ney peaked in 1889, reaching #974 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ney with classmates?
- Ney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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