Rudolph
boy name#4139 in 2025Rudolph entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #110 in 1927, ranks #4139 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4139
rank today
#110
peak (1927)
25
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #196 |
| 1890s | #155 |
| 1900s | #153 |
| 1910s | #145 |
| 1920s | #136 |
| 1930s | #176 |
| 1940s | #230 |
| 1950s | #282 |
| 1960s | #420 |
| 1970s | #557 |
| 1980s | #688 |
| 1990s | #1152 |
| 2000s | #2149 |
| 2010s | #2984 |
| 2020s | #3858 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rudolph has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 18,000 people named Rudolph are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rudolph alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rudolph in 2025?
- Rudolph ranks #4139 among US boy names in 2025, with 25 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rudolph most popular?
- Rudolph peaked in 1927, reaching #110 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rudolph with classmates?
- Rudolph will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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