How popular is the name Washington in 2025?

Washington is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Washington most popular?

Washington peaked in 1884, reaching #325 among US boy names.

Washington will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Washington entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #325 in 1884, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#325

peak (1884)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 900 people named Washington are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Washington alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Washington in 2025?: Washington is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Washington most popular?: Washington peaked in 1884, reaching #325 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Washington with classmates?: Washington will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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