Shorty
boy nameShorty entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3177 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3177
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3177 |
| 1920s | #3768 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shorty are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shorty alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shorty in 2025?
- Shorty is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shorty most popular?
- Shorty peaked in 1916, reaching #3177 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shorty with classmates?
- Shorty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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