How popular is the name Temple in 2025?

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

When was the name Temple most popular?

Temple peaked in 1888, reaching #1031 among US boy names.

Temple will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Temple entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #1031 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1031

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Temple are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Temple alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Temple in 2025?: Temple is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Temple most popular?: Temple peaked in 1888, reaching #1031 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Temple with classmates?: Temple will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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