Roary
boy nameRoary entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #6238 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#6238
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6312 |
| 2000s | #11967 |
| 2010s | #10937 |
| 2020s | #12146 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Roary are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Roary alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Roary in 2025?
- Roary is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Roary most popular?
- Roary peaked in 1983, reaching #6238 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Roary with classmates?
- Roary will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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