Vanderbilt
boy nameVanderbilt entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #994 in 1890, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
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rank today
#994
peak (1890)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #994 |
| 1900s | #1345 |
| 1910s | #3810 |
| 1920s | #4060 |
| 1930s | #3760 |
| 1940s | #2996 |
| 1950s | #3784 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Vanderbilt are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Vanderbilt alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Vanderbilt in 2025?
- Vanderbilt is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Vanderbilt most popular?
- Vanderbilt peaked in 1890, reaching #994 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Vanderbilt with classmates?
- Vanderbilt will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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