Stu
boy nameStu entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #2279 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
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rank today
#2279
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3237 |
| 1960s | #3244 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Stu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Stu alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stu in 2025?
- Stu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Stu most popular?
- Stu peaked in 1962, reaching #2279 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stu with classmates?
- Stu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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