Holding steady, #2,645 for girls today.
Popularity of Mahogany since 1975
Babies named Mahogany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 201 |
| 1980s | 580 |
| 1990s | 985 |
| 2000s | 1,072 |
| 2010s | 792 |
| 2020s | 504 |
Meaning & origin
Mahogany is a modern American name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1975, reflecting the trend of using nature-inspired and color-based names. It reached its peak popularity in 2000, when it ranked highest among girls, though it has remained relatively uncommon. As of 2025, it ranks 2,645, with an estimated 1 in 24,727 girls receiving the name. The name has seen stable usage over recent decades, with notable concentration in Southern states such as North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Its direct association with the rich, dark wood lends it an earthy, distinctive quality that appeals to parents seeking a unique but grounded name.
Mahogany is a modern English name taken directly from the name of the tropical hardwood tree, which itself derives from a word of uncertain origin, possibly from a West African language. The name began to be used as a given name in the United States in the 1970s, likely influenced by the popularity of nature-inspired and color names. It has occasionally been used for both girls and boys, but is predominantly given to girls.
Where Mahogany is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maha, Honey, Maggie
Sibling names for Mahogany
Names that share Mahogany's style, for a brother or sister.
