Perkins
boy namePerkins entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2804 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#2804
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2956 |
| 1920s | #3776 |
| 1930s | #3592 |
| 1940s | #3386 |
| 1950s | #3944 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Perkins are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Perkins alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Perkins in 2025?
- Perkins is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Perkins most popular?
- Perkins peaked in 1921, reaching #2804 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Perkins with classmates?
- Perkins will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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