Shoji
boy nameShoji entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #722 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#722
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2614 |
| 1920s | #2993 |
| 1930s | #3361 |
| 1940s | #3338 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shoji are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shoji alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shoji in 2025?
- Shoji is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shoji most popular?
- Shoji peaked in 1927, reaching #722 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shoji with classmates?
- Shoji will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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