Other
boy nameOther entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1277 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
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rank today
#1277
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1277 |
| 1910s | #2419 |
| 1920s | #3217 |
| 1930s | #3254 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Other are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Other alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Other in 2025?
- Other is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Other most popular?
- Other peaked in 1909, reaching #1277 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Other with classmates?
- Other will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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