Declining since 2011, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Dresden since 1964
Babies named Dresden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 | 0 |
| 1980s | 17 | 5 |
| 1990s | 33 | 39 |
| 2000s | 52 | 250 |
| 2010s | 71 | 516 |
| 2020s | 0 | 162 |
Meaning & origin
Dresden is a place name that entered the U.S. naming pool in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1989. It peaked in popularity in 2012, with a rank that year of 5,208, but has since been in a falling trajectory since 2011. As of 2025, its rank has fallen to 5,208. The name carries a sophisticated, literary tone, likely influenced by the city's cultural associations. It remains a rare choice, with only about 1 in 94,893 newborns receiving the name in recent years. No top states for the name have been recorded, indicating its nationwide rarity.
Dresden is a place name taken from the city in eastern Germany. It arose as a given name in the late 20th century, part of a trend of using geographic names as first names, particularly those with a sophisticated or literary sound. The name has no traditional meaning beyond its geographic reference.
Sibling names for Dresden
Names that share Dresden's style, for a brother or sister.
