Yayoi
girl nameYayoi entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #4426 in 1925, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
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rank today
#4426
peak (1925)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4426 |
| 1990s | #13317 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yayoi are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yayoi alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yayoi in 2025?
- Yayoi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Yayoi most popular?
- Yayoi peaked in 1925, reaching #4426 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yayoi with classmates?
- Yayoi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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