Declining since 2020, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Rogue since 1937
Babies named Rogue per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 0 | 7 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 17 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 15 |
| 1980s | 0 | 26 |
| 1990s | 0 | 22 |
| 2000s | 92 | 29 |
| 2010s | 332 | 162 |
| 2020s | 235 | 169 |
Meaning & origin
Rogue is a word name that entered the U.S. baby name landscape in 2001, a relatively late arrival compared to most established names. Its peak popularity came in 2017, likely influenced by the Marvel Comics character Rogue, who debuted in 1981 and gained further exposure through films. As of 2025, the name is in decline, with its trajectory falling since 2020. It ranked 5,238th, with approximately 1 in every 66,969 newborns named Rogue. The name is most popular in California, reflecting a trend toward edgy, unconventional word names in that state. Rogue remains a rare choice, appealing to parents drawn to its bold, independent connotations.
Rogue is a word name taken directly from English, originally referring to a dishonest or unprincipled person. Its use as a given name is a modern phenomenon, partly influenced by popular culture, such as the Marvel Comics character Rogue from the X-Men. The name entered the U.S. Social Security data in 2001 and has seen occasional use since.
Where Rogue is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ro, Rogie
Sibling names for Rogue
Names that share Rogue's style, for a brother or sister.
