Paladin
boy namePaladin entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #3944 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
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rank today
#3944
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3966 |
| 2000s | #11475 |
| 2010s | #9628 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Paladin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Paladin alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Paladin in 2025?
- Paladin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Paladin most popular?
- Paladin peaked in 1958, reaching #3944 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Paladin with classmates?
- Paladin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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