Selby
boy name#12008 in 2025Selby entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1440 in 1909, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
#12008
rank today
#1440
peak (1909)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1910s | #2153 |
| 1920s | #2344 |
| 1930s | #2373 |
| 1940s | #2712 |
| 1950s | #3060 |
| 1960s | #3510 |
| 1970s | #4285 |
| 1980s | #6193 |
| 1990s | #6992 |
| 2000s | #10117 |
| 2010s | #12198 |
| 2020s | #12008 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Selby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Selby alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selby in 2025?
- Selby ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Selby most popular?
- Selby peaked in 1909, reaching #1440 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Selby with classmates?
- Selby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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