Pepper
girl name#1902 in 2025Pepper entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #951 in 1975, ranks #1902 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1947–2025
#1902
rank today
#951
peak (1975)
102
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5295 |
| 1950s | #4636 |
| 1960s | #3727 |
| 1970s | #2333 |
| 1980s | #5463 |
| 1990s | #11835 |
| 2000s | #8264 |
| 2010s | #1620 |
| 2020s | #1595 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Pepper has been most popular in CA, TX, UT.
Living bearers
About 3,200 people named Pepper are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pepper is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pepper in 2025?
- Pepper ranks #1902 among US girl names in 2025, with 102 babies given the name.
- When was the name Pepper most popular?
- Pepper peaked in 1975, reaching #951 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pepper with classmates?
- Pepper will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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