Rochester
boy nameRochester entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1438 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#1438
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2997 |
| 1920s | #3321 |
| 1930s | #2912 |
| 1940s | #1926 |
| 1950s | #2643 |
| 1960s | #2908 |
| 1970s | #4375 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Rochester are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rochester alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rochester in 2025?
- Rochester is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rochester most popular?
- Rochester peaked in 1944, reaching #1438 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rochester with classmates?
- Rochester will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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