Whitaker
boy name#2167 in 2025Whitaker entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #2167 in 2025, ranks #2167 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
#2167
rank today
#2167
peak (2025)
66
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1980s | #7072 |
| 1990s | #7971 |
| 2000s | #6809 |
| 2010s | #3589 |
| 2020s | #2408 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Whitaker has been most popular in NC, TX, TN.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Whitaker are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Whitaker is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Whitaker in 2025?
- Whitaker ranks #2167 among US boy names in 2025, with 66 babies given the name.
- When was the name Whitaker most popular?
- Whitaker peaked in 2025, reaching #2167 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Whitaker with classmates?
- Whitaker will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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