Silver
boy name#5045 in 2025Silver entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #722 in 1896, ranks #5045 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1896–2025
#5045
rank today
#722
peak (1896)
19
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #722 |
| 1910s | #2281 |
| 1920s | #3430 |
| 1930s | #3457 |
| 1940s | #3460 |
| 1950s | #3644 |
| 1960s | #3935 |
| 1970s | #4808 |
| 1980s | #6311 |
| 1990s | #7508 |
| 2000s | #6972 |
| 2010s | #7458 |
| 2020s | #4924 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Silver are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Silver 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 Silver in 2025?
- Silver ranks #5045 among US boy names in 2025, with 19 babies given the name.
- When was the name Silver most popular?
- Silver peaked in 1896, reaching #722 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Silver with classmates?
- Silver will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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