Socrates
boy nameSocrates entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1927 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#1927
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3243 |
| 1920s | #2664 |
| 1930s | #2858 |
| 1940s | #3130 |
| 1950s | #3257 |
| 1960s | #3318 |
| 1970s | #4240 |
| 1980s | #4456 |
| 1990s | #5116 |
| 2000s | #7223 |
| 2010s | #9622 |
| 2020s | #9370 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Socrates are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Socrates alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Socrates in 2025?
- Socrates is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Socrates most popular?
- Socrates peaked in 1931, reaching #1927 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Socrates with classmates?
- Socrates will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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