Orestes
boy nameOrestes entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3037 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3037
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3632 |
| 1950s | #3279 |
| 1960s | #3575 |
| 1970s | #3899 |
| 1980s | #5029 |
| 1990s | #6971 |
| 2000s | #9674 |
| 2010s | #10788 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Orestes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Orestes alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orestes in 2025?
- Orestes is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Orestes most popular?
- Orestes peaked in 1959, reaching #3037 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Orestes with classmates?
- Orestes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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