Sensei
boy name#12008 in 2025Sensei entered the US charts in 2018, peaked at #8154 in 2018, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2018–2025
#12008
rank today
#8154
peak (2018)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #8154 |
| 2020s | #11059 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sensei are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sensei is a kid of about 3 — 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 Sensei in 2025?
- Sensei ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sensei most popular?
- Sensei peaked in 2018, reaching #8154 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sensei with classmates?
- Sensei will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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