Valdemar
boy name#12008 in 2025Valdemar entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1900 in 1953, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#12008
rank today
#1900
peak (1953)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2905 |
| 1920s | #3211 |
| 1930s | #2561 |
| 1940s | #2613 |
| 1950s | #2640 |
| 1960s | #2675 |
| 1970s | #3462 |
| 1980s | #4519 |
| 1990s | #5010 |
| 2000s | #6774 |
| 2010s | #10732 |
| 2020s | #10827 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Valdemar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Valdemar alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Valdemar in 2025?
- Valdemar ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Valdemar most popular?
- Valdemar peaked in 1953, reaching #1900 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Valdemar with classmates?
- Valdemar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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