Princess
girl name#1120 in 2025Princess entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #613 in 1986, ranks #1120 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1895–2025
#1120
rank today
#613
peak (1986)
209
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1514 |
| 1900s | #1542 |
| 1910s | #1914 |
| 1920s | #2070 |
| 1930s | #2081 |
| 1940s | #1694 |
| 1950s | #1488 |
| 1960s | #1195 |
| 1970s | #1347 |
| 1980s | #721 |
| 1990s | #843 |
| 2000s | #807 |
| 2010s | #873 |
| 2020s | #972 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Princess has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 15,000 people named Princess are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Princess alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Princess in 2025?
- Princess ranks #1120 among US girl names in 2025, with 209 babies given the name.
- When was the name Princess most popular?
- Princess peaked in 1986, reaching #613 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Princess with classmates?
- Princess will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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