Rae
boy name#12008 in 2025Rae entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #795 in 1895, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1894–2025
#12008
rank today
#795
peak (1895)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #945 |
| 1910s | #1948 |
| 1920s | #1807 |
| 1930s | #2166 |
| 1940s | #2320 |
| 1950s | #2629 |
| 1960s | #3442 |
| 1970s | #5361 |
| 1980s | #6077 |
| 1990s | #7688 |
| 2000s | #10687 |
| 2010s | #10678 |
| 2020s | #10097 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Rae are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rae alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rae in 2025?
- Rae ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rae most popular?
- Rae peaked in 1895, reaching #795 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rae with classmates?
- Rae will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Rae and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle