Rajiv
boy nameRajiv entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #1228 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#1228
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3140 |
| 1970s | #2857 |
| 1980s | #2245 |
| 1990s | #3628 |
| 2000s | #5920 |
| 2010s | #9655 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Rajiv are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rajiv alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rajiv in 2025?
- Rajiv is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rajiv most popular?
- Rajiv peaked in 1985, reaching #1228 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rajiv with classmates?
- Rajiv will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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