Skippy
boy nameSkippy entered the US charts in 1933, peaked at #1464 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1933–2025
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rank today
#1464
peak (1950)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2943 |
| 1940s | #2489 |
| 1950s | #2897 |
| 1960s | #3798 |
| 1970s | #4418 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Skippy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Skippy alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Skippy in 2025?
- Skippy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Skippy most popular?
- Skippy peaked in 1950, reaching #1464 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Skippy with classmates?
- Skippy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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