Sue
girl name#8860 in 2025Sue entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #61 in 1946, ranks #8860 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#8860
rank today
#61
peak (1946)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #196 |
| 1890s | #234 |
| 1900s | #241 |
| 1910s | #217 |
| 1920s | #245 |
| 1930s | #123 |
| 1940s | #73 |
| 1950s | #108 |
| 1960s | #196 |
| 1970s | #526 |
| 1980s | #1054 |
| 1990s | #2656 |
| 2000s | #5591 |
| 2010s | #8336 |
| 2020s | #11539 |
Living bearers
About 90,000 people named Sue are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sue alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sue in 2025?
- Sue ranks #8860 among US girl names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sue most popular?
- Sue peaked in 1946, reaching #61 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sue with classmates?
- Sue will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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