Randy
boy name#1084 in 2025Randy entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #28 in 1956, ranks #1084 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1915–2025
#1084
rank today
#28
peak (1956)
198
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3598 |
| 1920s | #3105 |
| 1930s | #1151 |
| 1940s | #220 |
| 1950s | #40 |
| 1960s | #42 |
| 1970s | #77 |
| 1980s | #102 |
| 1990s | #195 |
| 2000s | #305 |
| 2010s | #532 |
| 2020s | #956 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Randy has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 267,000 people named Randy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Randy alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Randy in 2025?
- Randy ranks #1084 among US boy names in 2025, with 198 babies given the name.
- When was the name Randy most popular?
- Randy peaked in 1956, reaching #28 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Randy with classmates?
- Randy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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