How Many People Are Named Aimee?

Complete statistics for the name Aimee: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Aimee
Rare
French

Aimee means 'life' and has French origins, making it a rare gem among female names. That's just 1 in 6,435 Americans who share this unique moniker, totaling around 51,281 people today. Interestingly, the name peaked in popularity back in 1977.

~51,281
Living in US
1 in 6,435
Americans
1977
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Life
🌐
Origin
French
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Optimistic Compassionate
6
Life Path Number

Traditionally, the life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and nurturing qualities.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

51,281
Worldwide Bearers
#3,646
Global Rank
🇨🇦 Canada
3,873
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
3,550
🇦🇺 Australia
2,712
🇧🇷 Brazil
1,771
🇳🇿 New Zealand
1,442
🇲🇽 Mexico
1,201
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
1,063
🇫🇷 France
1,032
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales
949
🇳🇱 Netherlands
835

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
72 (0%)
♀ Female
51,210 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 44
9,649
Would be under 30 (18%)
41,359
Would be 30–60 (76%)
3,608
Would be over 60 (7%)

All 54,616 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1977

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
62
Modern Appeal
38
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Aimee Through the Generations

Over the decades, Aimee has seen its fair share of ups and downs, but it remains a name that bridges classic charm with modern appeal. Born in 1977, the peak year saw 2,293 babies given this name, reflecting a time when it was particularly fashionable. Today, the average age of someone named Aimee is 44, indicating that many were born during the late 20th century. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 18% under 30, 75% aged 30-60, and 7% over 60, suggesting that while the name isn't as popular now, it still holds a special place in many hearts.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 7,347
Texas 3,867
New York 3,564
Pennsylvania 2,540
Ohio 2,391
Illinois 2,310
Florida 2,096
Michigan 2,049
Louisiana 1,709
New Jersey 1,514

✨ Similar Names to Aimee

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aimee's French roots

📄 About the Name Aimee

How Many People Have the Name Aimee?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 51,281 people in the United States currently share the name Aimee. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,435 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Aimee a Common or Rare Name?

Aimee is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Aimee Mean?

Aimee means "life" and comes from French origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Aimee in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Aimee Most Popular?

The name Aimee reached peak popularity in 1977, with 2,293 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Aimee?

Approximately 51,281 people named Aimee live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 54,616. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,435 Americans.

Is Aimee a rare name?

Aimee is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,435 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aimee mean?

Aimee means "life" and comes from French origins.

Is Aimee more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Aimee are male and 100% are female.

When was Aimee most popular?

Aimee peaked in 1977 with 2,293 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US51,281
All-Time Births54,616
1 in X1 in 6,435
RarityRare
GenderFemale
Avg Age44
Peak Year1977
World Rank#3,646
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.