Summer
boy nameSummer entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2270 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#2270
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2882 |
| 1970s | #3502 |
| 1980s | #4729 |
| 1990s | #7234 |
| 2000s | #7726 |
| 2010s | #9872 |
| 2020s | #10567 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Summer are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Summer alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Summer in 2025?
- Summer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Summer most popular?
- Summer peaked in 1977, reaching #2270 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Summer with classmates?
- Summer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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