Holding steady.
Popularity of Ogle since 1904
Babies named Ogle per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ogle's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 0 | 5 |
| 1910s | 5 | 45 |
| 1920s | 5 | 53 |
| 1930s | 0 | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ogle is an exceptionally rare given name, first recorded in 1904 for a boy. While the name has been used sporadically over the decades, its peak usage occurred in its debut year, 1904, when it appeared only a handful of times. Since then, its trajectory has remained stable at near-zero frequency, with no recorded instances in recent years. The name's obscurity makes it a true rarity. It is most closely associated with the Scottish surname Ogilvie, suggesting an origin rooted in Scottish geography. The 1900s decade saw the only notable usage, and no U.S. state reported even modest concentrations; thus, Ogle has no top states. For parents seeking a name that is virtually unique and historically grounded, Ogle offers a distinctive choice, though its unfamiliarity may require explanation.
Ogle is likely an Anglicized form of the Scottish surname Ogilvie, which derives from a place name in Angus, Scotland. The place name is of Pictish origin, possibly meaning 'high plain' or 'from the high place'. It has been used as a given name, though rarely, since the late 19th century in the United States.
Sibling names for Ogle
Names that share Ogle's style, for a brother or sister.
