Swift
boy nameSwift entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #4168 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#4168
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 2010s | #12287 |
| 2020s | #11542 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Swift are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Swift 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 Swift in 2025?
- Swift is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Swift most popular?
- Swift peaked in 1919, reaching #4168 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Swift with classmates?
- Swift will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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