How Many People Are Named Aspen?
Complete statistics for the name Aspen: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Aspen means 'little tree' and it's very rare, with only 1 in 12,667 Americans sharing this name. That's just 26,053 people in the US today, making it truly unique. The name peaked in 2022 with 1,734 births, showing it's still on the rise among younger parents.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 14All 26,289 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: 2022Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Aspen Through the Generations
Aspen has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 24,044 under-30 and only 2,245 aged 30-60, it's clear that Aspen is a name for the modern era. The peak year of 2022 shows that parents continue to embrace this fresh and distinctive choice, making it a name to watch in the coming years.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Aspen's English roots
📄 About the Name Aspen
How Many People Have the Name Aspen?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 371 people in the United States currently share the name Aspen. That works out to roughly 1 in every 893,394 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Aspen a Common or Rare Name?
Aspen is classified as Very 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 Aspen Mean?
Aspen means "little tree" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Aspen in SSA data, approximately 10% are male and 90% are female.
When Was Aspen Most Popular?
The name Aspen reached peak popularity in 2022, with 1,734 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Aspen?
Approximately 371 people named Aspen live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 371. That works out to roughly 1 in 893,394 Americans.
Is Aspen a rare name?
Aspen is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 893,394 Americans has this name.
What does the name Aspen mean?
Aspen means "little tree" and comes from English origins.
Is Aspen more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 10% of people named Aspen are male and 90% are female.
When was Aspen most popular?
Aspen peaked in 2022 with 1,734 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.