How Many People Are Named Cosmo?

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

Cosmo
Very Rare
Greek

Cosmo means 'orderly universe' in Greek, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1,710 people named Cosmo live in the US today, with just 1 in 193,025 Americans bearing this unique moniker. The name peaked in popularity in 2022, showing it's becoming more trendy.

~312
Living in US
1 in 1,062,337
Americans
2022
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Orderly universe
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Cosmopolitan Ambitious Curious
2
Life Path Number

Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,710
Worldwide Bearers
#26,710
Global Rank
🇿🇦 South Africa
48
🇻🇪 Venezuela
45
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
43
🇩🇪 Germany
42
🇨🇭 Switzerland
34
🇷🇺 Russia
29
🇦🇺 Australia
29
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
26
🇳🇱 Netherlands
24
🇺🇬 Uganda
22

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,704 (100%)
♀ Female
6 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 57
1,029
Would be under 30 (36%)
392
Would be 30–60 (14%)
1,454
Would be over 60 (51%)

All 2,875 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: 2022

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
93
Classic Feel
26
Modern Appeal
94
International
5

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

📜 Cosmo Through the Generations

Cosmo has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 1,710 living bearers in the US, it's a very rare name, ranking at #26,710 globally. Interestingly, 51% of those named Cosmo are over 60, which skews the average age to 57. This mix of older and newer generations gives Cosmo a unique charm, blending tradition with modernity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 676
California 181
Massachusetts 99
New Jersey 72
Pennsylvania 64
Texas 20
Florida 16
Washington 15
Oregon 11
Connecticut 8

⭐ Famous People Named Cosmo

Cosmo is a British and Italian surname and unisex given name. It means order, decency, and beauty; this is the English form of Cosimo, introduced to Britain in the 18th century by the Scottish nobleman the second Duke of Gordon, who named his son and successor after his friend Cosimo III de' Medici. Notable people with the name include:…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Cosmo

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cosmo's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Cosmo

How Many People Have the Name Cosmo?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 312 people in the United States currently share the name Cosmo. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,062,337 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cosmo a Common or Rare Name?

Cosmo 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 Cosmo Mean?

Cosmo means "orderly universe" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Cosmo Most Popular?

The name Cosmo reached peak popularity in 2022, with 105 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 Cosmo?

Approximately 312 people named Cosmo live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 312. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,062,337 Americans.

Is Cosmo a rare name?

Cosmo is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,062,337 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cosmo mean?

Cosmo means "orderly universe" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Cosmo more male or female?

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

When was Cosmo most popular?

Cosmo peaked in 2022 with 105 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.

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 US312
All-Time Births312
1 in X1 in 1,062,337
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age57
Peak Year2022
World Rank#26,710
Male %100%
Female %0%

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.