Onesimus
boy nameOnesimus entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #4234 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#4234
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4234 |
| 1990s | #9912 |
| 2000s | #10966 |
| 2010s | #11040 |
| 2020s | #9554 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Onesimus are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Onesimus alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Onesimus in 2025?
- Onesimus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Onesimus most popular?
- Onesimus peaked in 1982, reaching #4234 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Onesimus with classmates?
- Onesimus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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