Southern
boy name#7194 in 2025Southern entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #3822 in 1923, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
#7194
rank today
#3822
peak (1923)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3822 |
| 2000s | #12055 |
| 2010s | #10523 |
| 2020s | #8719 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Southern are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Southern is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Southern in 2025?
- Southern ranks #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Southern most popular?
- Southern peaked in 1923, reaching #3822 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Southern with classmates?
- Southern will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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