Pamela
boy namePamela entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #947 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
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rank today
#947
peak (1963)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #1767 |
| 1950s | #1251 |
| 1960s | #1140 |
| 1970s | #2341 |
| 1980s | #4274 |
| 1990s | #7271 |
| 2000s | #11356 |
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Pamela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pamela alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pamela in 2025?
- Pamela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Pamela most popular?
- Pamela peaked in 1963, reaching #947 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pamela with classmates?
- Pamela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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