Precious
girl name#3130 in 2025Precious entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #376 in 1996, ranks #3130 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1897–2025
#3130
rank today
#376
peak (1996)
51
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1543 |
| 1900s | #1753 |
| 1910s | #2235 |
| 1920s | #1933 |
| 1930s | #2369 |
| 1940s | #2339 |
| 1950s | #2885 |
| 1960s | #2156 |
| 1970s | #1222 |
| 1980s | #576 |
| 1990s | #415 |
| 2000s | #558 |
| 2010s | #1598 |
| 2020s | #2569 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Precious has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Precious are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Precious alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Precious in 2025?
- Precious ranks #3130 among US girl names in 2025, with 51 babies given the name.
- When was the name Precious most popular?
- Precious peaked in 1996, reaching #376 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Precious with classmates?
- Precious will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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