Unknown
girl name#3249 in 2025Unknown entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #330 in 1952, ranks #3249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
#3249
rank today
#330
peak (1952)
48
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1029 |
| 1890s | #1221 |
| 1900s | #1426 |
| 1910s | #2050 |
| 1920s | #3339 |
| 1930s | #2631 |
| 1940s | #1087 |
| 1950s | #450 |
| 1960s | #1967 |
| 1970s | #4506 |
| 1980s | #5224 |
| 1990s | #2492 |
| 2000s | #4638 |
| 2010s | #2954 |
| 2020s | #3415 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Unknown has been most popular in OR, NC, MI.
Living bearers
About 8,000 people named Unknown are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Unknown alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Unknown in 2025?
- Unknown ranks #3249 among US girl names in 2025, with 48 babies given the name.
- When was the name Unknown most popular?
- Unknown peaked in 1952, reaching #330 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Unknown with classmates?
- Unknown will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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