Prather
boy namePrather entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2473 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2473
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3400 |
| 1920s | #2647 |
| 1950s | #3502 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Prather are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Prather alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Prather in 2025?
- Prather is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Prather most popular?
- Prather peaked in 1924, reaching #2473 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Prather with classmates?
- Prather will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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