Smokey
boy nameSmokey entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3386 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3386
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3728 |
| 1950s | #3681 |
| 1960s | #4219 |
| 1970s | #4388 |
| 1980s | #5990 |
| 1990s | #8868 |
| 2000s | #10781 |
| 2010s | #10744 |
| 2020s | #9894 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Smokey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Smokey alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Smokey in 2025?
- Smokey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Smokey most popular?
- Smokey peaked in 1977, reaching #3386 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Smokey with classmates?
- Smokey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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