Rooney
boy name#3848 in 2025Rooney entered the US charts in 1943, peaked at #2352 in 1967, ranks #3848 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1943–2025
#3848
rank today
#2352
peak (1967)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3538 |
| 1950s | #3572 |
| 1960s | #3398 |
| 1970s | #4071 |
| 1980s | #5777 |
| 1990s | #7030 |
| 2000s | #6308 |
| 2010s | #4154 |
| 2020s | #4029 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rooney has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Rooney are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rooney alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rooney in 2025?
- Rooney ranks #3848 among US boy names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rooney most popular?
- Rooney peaked in 1967, reaching #2352 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rooney with classmates?
- Rooney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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