Silke
girl nameSilke entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #5456 in 1969, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1966–2025
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rank today
#5456
peak (1969)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6021 |
| 1970s | #8482 |
| 1980s | #10245 |
| 2000s | #14502 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Silke are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Silke alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Silke in 2025?
- Silke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Silke most popular?
- Silke peaked in 1969, reaching #5456 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Silke with classmates?
- Silke will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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