Portland
boy namePortland entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #6335 in 2021, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
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rank today
#6335
peak (2021)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11610 |
| 2010s | #10277 |
| 2020s | #8989 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Portland are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Portland is a kid of about 6 — 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 Portland in 2025?
- Portland is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Portland most popular?
- Portland peaked in 2021, reaching #6335 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Portland with classmates?
- Portland will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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