Setsuko
girl nameSetsuko entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1271 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1271
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3342 |
| 1920s | #2415 |
| 1930s | #2422 |
| 1940s | #4343 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Setsuko are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Setsuko alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Setsuko in 2025?
- Setsuko is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Setsuko most popular?
- Setsuko peaked in 1928, reaching #1271 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Setsuko with classmates?
- Setsuko will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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