Shafer
boy nameShafer entered the US charts in 1990, peaked at #5109 in 1994, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1990–2025
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rank today
#5109
peak (1994)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7434 |
| 2000s | #10303 |
| 2010s | #11139 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shafer are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shafer alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shafer in 2025?
- Shafer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shafer most popular?
- Shafer peaked in 1994, reaching #5109 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shafer with classmates?
- Shafer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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