Pryor
boy name#5399 in 2025Pryor entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #866 in 1881, ranks #5399 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#5399
rank today
#866
peak (1881)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #866 |
| 1900s | #1373 |
| 1910s | #3109 |
| 1920s | #3577 |
| 1940s | #2959 |
| 1950s | #3661 |
| 1970s | #5123 |
| 2000s | #9575 |
| 2010s | #6669 |
| 2020s | #4923 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Pryor has been most popular in OH, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Pryor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pryor 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 Pryor in 2025?
- Pryor ranks #5399 among US boy names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Pryor most popular?
- Pryor peaked in 1881, reaching #866 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pryor with classmates?
- Pryor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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