Twain
boy nameTwain entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #2784 in 1966, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
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rank today
#2784
peak (1966)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3290 |
| 1960s | #3763 |
| 1970s | #4526 |
| 1980s | #5484 |
| 1990s | #7091 |
| 2010s | #12287 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Twain are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Twain alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Twain in 2025?
- Twain is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Twain most popular?
- Twain peaked in 1966, reaching #2784 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Twain with classmates?
- Twain will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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