Primrose
girl name#2542 in 2025Primrose entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2057 in 2021, ranks #2542 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#2542
rank today
#2057
peak (2021)
69
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3868 |
| 1920s | #3946 |
| 1930s | #3932 |
| 1940s | #3503 |
| 1960s | #6390 |
| 1970s | #7435 |
| 1980s | #10517 |
| 2010s | #3546 |
| 2020s | #2183 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Primrose has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Primrose are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Primrose is a kid of about 5 — 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 Primrose in 2025?
- Primrose ranks #2542 among US girl names in 2025, with 69 babies given the name.
- When was the name Primrose most popular?
- Primrose peaked in 2021, reaching #2057 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Primrose with classmates?
- Primrose will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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