Rip
boy name#2332 in 2025Rip entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #1565 in 2021, ranks #2332 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1938–2025
#2332
rank today
#1565
peak (2021)
59
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3534 |
| 1940s | #2802 |
| 1950s | #2936 |
| 1960s | #3015 |
| 1970s | #4294 |
| 1980s | #5468 |
| 1990s | #6496 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
| 2010s | #7198 |
| 2020s | #2018 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rip has been most popular in TX, CA, OK.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Rip are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rip is a kid of about 4 — 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 Rip in 2025?
- Rip ranks #2332 among US boy names in 2025, with 59 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rip most popular?
- Rip peaked in 2021, reaching #1565 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rip with classmates?
- Rip will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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