Sheffield
boy nameSheffield entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2457 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
—
rank today
#2457
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2561 |
| 1920s | #3602 |
| 1940s | #3382 |
| 1950s | #3681 |
| 1960s | #4092 |
| 2010s | #10702 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sheffield are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sheffield alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sheffield in 2025?
- Sheffield is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sheffield most popular?
- Sheffield peaked in 1914, reaching #2457 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sheffield with classmates?
- Sheffield will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Sheffield and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle