Sailor
girl name#1132 in 2025Sailor entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #1055 in 2017, ranks #1132 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1998–2025
#1132
rank today
#1055
peak (2017)
206
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #5683 |
| 2000s | #2852 |
| 2010s | #1449 |
| 2020s | #1179 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sailor has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Sailor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sailor is a kid of about 8 — 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 Sailor in 2025?
- Sailor ranks #1132 among US girl names in 2025, with 206 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sailor most popular?
- Sailor peaked in 2017, reaching #1055 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sailor with classmates?
- Sailor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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