Temperance
girl name#2017 in 2025Temperance entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #834 in 2012, ranks #2017 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#2017
rank today
#834
peak (2012)
94
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4417 |
| 1970s | #6847 |
| 1980s | #8505 |
| 1990s | #8672 |
| 2000s | #8112 |
| 2010s | #1084 |
| 2020s | #1813 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Temperance has been most popular in TX, OH, MI.
Living bearers
About 3,700 people named Temperance are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Temperance is a kid of about 11 — 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 Temperance in 2025?
- Temperance ranks #2017 among US girl names in 2025, with 94 babies given the name.
- When was the name Temperance most popular?
- Temperance peaked in 2012, reaching #834 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Temperance with classmates?
- Temperance will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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