Holding steady.
Popularity of Child since 2010
Babies named Child per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 53 | 78 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Child is an uncommon given name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2010. It has never entered the top 1000, reflecting its rarity as a personal name. Its peak year of usage was 2012, after which its frequency has remained stable but low. The name is part of a broader modern trend of adopting common English nouns as first names, often for their simplicity and meaningfulness. Its unisex nature and lack of traditional roots make it a choice for parents seeking an unconventional name.
The name Child is a direct use of the English common noun 'child'. It emerged as a given name in the 21st century, reflecting a trend of using ordinary words as names. Its earliest recorded use as a first name in U.S. Social Security data is 2010.
Sibling names for Child
Names that share Child's style, for a brother or sister.
