Priest
boy name#4249 in 2025Priest entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1400 in 1973, ranks #4249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
#4249
rank today
#1400
peak (1973)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3178 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 1990s | #8105 |
| 2000s | #6821 |
| 2010s | #7019 |
| 2020s | #3802 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Priest has been most popular in TX, IL, OH.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Priest are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Priest 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 Priest in 2025?
- Priest ranks #4249 among US boy names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Priest most popular?
- Priest peaked in 1973, reaching #1400 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Priest with classmates?
- Priest will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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