Paddy
girl namePaddy entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #1372 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#1372
peak (1934)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4648 |
| 1930s | #2593 |
| 1940s | #3568 |
| 1950s | #4469 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Paddy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Paddy alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Paddy in 2025?
- Paddy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Paddy most popular?
- Paddy peaked in 1934, reaching #1372 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Paddy with classmates?
- Paddy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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