A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Birdie since 1880
Babies named Birdie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2025, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Birdie's real moment was 1882.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 1,237 |
| 1890s | 1,615 |
| 1900s | 1,605 |
| 1910s | 2,183 |
| 1920s | 2,158 |
| 1930s | 1,339 |
| 1940s | 884 |
| 1950s | 433 |
| 1960s | 187 |
| 1970s | 82 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 777 |
| 2020s | 2,125 |
Meaning & origin
Birdie first appeared in U.S. naming records in 1880 and reached its peak popularity in 1882, the year it ranked highest. After a long decline, the name has been rising again since 2003, reflecting a broader revival of vintage and nature-inspired names. In 2025, it ranked 670th, with 1 in 3,809 girls receiving the name. The name shows particular favor in states such as Utah, Mississippi, and Oregon, where it is more common than the national average. Birdie embodies a cheerful, nostalgic charm that appeals to parents seeking a sweet, underused alternative to more popular vintage revivals.
Birdie originated as a diminutive of the word 'bird', used as a nickname or term of endearment. It emerged as a given name in the late 19th century, part of a Victorian fashion for nature-inspired and affectionate pet names. The name saw moderate use in the 1880s and later experienced a revival beginning in the 21st century.
Where Birdie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bird
Sibling names for Birdie
Names that share Birdie's style, for a brother or sister.
