Venus
girl name#1990 in 2025Venus entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #570 in 1959, ranks #1990 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1887–2025
#1990
rank today
#570
peak (1959)
96
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1154 |
| 1890s | #1070 |
| 1900s | #1178 |
| 1910s | #1209 |
| 1920s | #1461 |
| 1930s | #1975 |
| 1940s | #2269 |
| 1950s | #1188 |
| 1960s | #768 |
| 1970s | #715 |
| 1980s | #1452 |
| 1990s | #2591 |
| 2000s | #2436 |
| 2010s | #2268 |
| 2020s | #1598 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Venus has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 8,500 people named Venus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Venus alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Venus in 2025?
- Venus ranks #1990 among US girl names in 2025, with 96 babies given the name.
- When was the name Venus most popular?
- Venus peaked in 1959, reaching #570 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Venus with classmates?
- Venus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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