Yves
boy name#5399 in 2025Yves entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1661 in 1981, ranks #5399 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#5399
rank today
#1661
peak (1981)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #4201 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 1940s | #3350 |
| 1950s | #3223 |
| 1960s | #2219 |
| 1970s | #2414 |
| 1980s | #2186 |
| 1990s | #3977 |
| 2000s | #6214 |
| 2010s | #6672 |
| 2020s | #5818 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Yves has been most popular in CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Yves are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yves alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yves in 2025?
- Yves ranks #5399 among US boy names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Yves most popular?
- Yves peaked in 1981, reaching #1661 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yves with classmates?
- Yves will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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