Pistol
girl namePistol entered the US charts in 2013, peaked at #11000 in 2013, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2013–2025
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rank today
#11000
peak (2013)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #14644 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Pistol are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Pistol 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 Pistol in 2025?
- Pistol is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Pistol most popular?
- Pistol peaked in 2013, reaching #11000 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pistol with classmates?
- Pistol will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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