Priscilla
girl name#544 in 2025Priscilla entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #127 in 1940, ranks #544 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#544
rank today
#127
peak (1940)
555
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #324 |
| 1890s | #366 |
| 1900s | #348 |
| 1910s | #300 |
| 1920s | #227 |
| 1930s | #211 |
| 1940s | #148 |
| 1950s | #211 |
| 1960s | #278 |
| 1970s | #281 |
| 1980s | #173 |
| 1990s | #210 |
| 2000s | #339 |
| 2010s | #512 |
| 2020s | #617 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Priscilla has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 92,000 people named Priscilla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Priscilla alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Priscilla in 2025?
- Priscilla ranks #544 among US girl names in 2025, with 555 babies given the name.
- When was the name Priscilla most popular?
- Priscilla peaked in 1940, reaching #127 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Priscilla with classmates?
- Priscilla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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