Pawnee
girl namePawnee entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #5061 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#5061
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5061 |
| 1960s | #6567 |
| 1970s | #8423 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Pawnee are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Pawnee alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pawnee in 2025?
- Pawnee is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Pawnee most popular?
- Pawnee peaked in 1924, reaching #5061 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pawnee with classmates?
- Pawnee will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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