How popular is the name Olney in 2025?

Olney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Olney most popular?

Olney peaked in 1888, reaching #1031 among US boy names.

Olney will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Olney entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #1031 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1031

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Olney are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Olney alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Olney in 2025?: Olney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Olney most popular?: Olney peaked in 1888, reaching #1031 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Olney with classmates?: Olney will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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