Sky
girl name#948 in 2025Sky entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #710 in 2021, ranks #948 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1958–2025
#948
rank today
#710
peak (2021)
272
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #6103 |
| 1970s | #3988 |
| 1980s | #3008 |
| 1990s | #1363 |
| 2000s | #974 |
| 2010s | #844 |
| 2020s | #801 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sky has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 9,600 people named Sky are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sky alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sky in 2025?
- Sky ranks #948 among US girl names in 2025, with 272 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sky most popular?
- Sky peaked in 2021, reaching #710 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sky with classmates?
- Sky will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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