How Many People Are Named Cinderella?

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

Cinderella
Very Rare
French

Cinderella means 'little ashes' in French, fitting for a fairy tale heroine. Only 489 people named Cinderella live in the US today, making up just 1 in 674,962 Americans. The majority, 76%, are over 60, showing how this name's popularity peaked long ago.

~489
Living in US
1 in 674,962
Americans
1922
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Little ashes
🌐
Origin
French
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Charming Romantic Classic Graceful
11
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 11 represents intuition, spiritual insight, and a deep connection to the soul.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

7,768
Worldwide Bearers
#72,491
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
3,074
🇺🇸 United States
764
🇬🇭 Ghana
730
🇪🇬 Egypt
564
🇯🇲 Jamaica
473
🇱🇧 Lebanon
261
🇳🇬 Nigeria
247
🇮🇶 Iraq
237
🇿🇦 South Africa
203
🇳🇱 Netherlands
146

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
489 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 75
122
Would be under 30 (13%)
92
Would be 30–60 (10%)
694
Would be over 60 (76%)

All 908 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: 1922

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
87
Modern Appeal
13
International
95

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

📜 Cinderella Through the Generations

Cinderella's story in the US birth records is a tale of enduring charm but declining usage. With only 908 total births recorded since the dawn of official record-keeping, it's clear that Cinderella was never a mainstream choice. Its peak year in 1922 saw 25 births, a modest number compared to today's trends. Today, the average age of those named Cinderella is 75, indicating a generation gap where most bearers are now senior citizens. Of the 489 living people named Cinderella, 122 are under 30, 92 are between 30 and 60, and 694 are over 60, reflecting a significant skew towards older individuals. This trend suggests that while Cinderella remains a beloved name, its usage has become increasingly rare and nostalgic.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

North Carolina 12
California 6

✨ Similar Names to Cinderella

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cinderella's French roots

📄 About the Name Cinderella

How Many People Have the Name Cinderella?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 489 people in the United States currently share the name Cinderella. That works out to roughly 1 in every 674,962 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cinderella a Common or Rare Name?

Cinderella 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 Cinderella Mean?

Cinderella means "little ashes" and comes from French origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Cinderella Most Popular?

The name Cinderella reached peak popularity in 1922, with 25 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Cinderella?

Approximately 489 people named Cinderella live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 908. That works out to roughly 1 in 674,962 Americans.

Is Cinderella a rare name?

Cinderella is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 674,962 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cinderella mean?

Cinderella means "little ashes" and comes from French origins.

Is Cinderella more male or female?

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

When was Cinderella most popular?

Cinderella peaked in 1922 with 25 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US489
All-Time Births908
1 in X1 in 674,962
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age75
Peak Year1922
World Rank#72,491
Male %0%
Female %100%

Check the statistics for any first or last name

Search Names
Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.