How popular is the name Swain in 2025?

Swain is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Swain most popular?

Swain peaked in 1973, reaching #2606 among US boy names.

Swain will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Swain entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2606 in 1973, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2606

peak (1973)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Swain are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Swain alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Swain in 2025?: Swain is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Swain most popular?: Swain peaked in 1973, reaching #2606 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Swain with classmates?: Swain will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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