Scout
girl name#995 in 2025Scout entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #689 in 2022, ranks #995 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1992–2025
#995
rank today
#689
peak (2022)
254
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #3838 |
| 2000s | #2323 |
| 2010s | #1212 |
| 2020s | #855 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Scout has been most popular in TX, CA, UT.
Living bearers
About 5,100 people named Scout are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Scout 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 Scout in 2025?
- Scout ranks #995 among US girl names in 2025, with 254 babies given the name.
- When was the name Scout most popular?
- Scout peaked in 2022, reaching #689 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Scout with classmates?
- Scout will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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