Zed
boy name#8910 in 2025Zed entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #857 in 1894, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#8910
rank today
#857
peak (1894)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #932 |
| 1890s | #989 |
| 1910s | #3565 |
| 1920s | #3805 |
| 1930s | #3211 |
| 1940s | #3509 |
| 1950s | #3559 |
| 1970s | #5146 |
| 1980s | #4818 |
| 1990s | #7527 |
| 2000s | #9155 |
| 2010s | #8207 |
| 2020s | #7803 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zed has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Zed are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zed alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zed in 2025?
- Zed ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zed most popular?
- Zed peaked in 1894, reaching #857 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zed with classmates?
- Zed will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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