Sky
boy name#1654 in 2025Sky entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #1034 in 1978, ranks #1654 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1953–2025
#1654
rank today
#1034
peak (1978)
101
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2784 |
| 1960s | #3329 |
| 1970s | #1426 |
| 1980s | #1340 |
| 1990s | #1486 |
| 2000s | #1587 |
| 2010s | #1670 |
| 2020s | #1640 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sky has been most popular in California, Florida, New York.
Living bearers
About 4,100 people named Sky are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sky 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 Sky in 2025?
- Sky ranks #1654 among US boy names in 2025, with 101 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sky most popular?
- Sky peaked in 1978, reaching #1034 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sky with classmates?
- Sky will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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