Xu
boy name#12008 in 2025Xu entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #7270 in 1988, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
#12008
rank today
#7270
peak (1988)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7270 |
| 2020s | #12008 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Xu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Xu alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Xu in 2025?
- Xu ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Xu most popular?
- Xu peaked in 1988, reaching #7270 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Xu with classmates?
- Xu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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