How Many People Are Named Denim?

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

Denim
Very Rare
Modern American coinage

Denim means 'blue fabric' and is a very rare name for boys. Only 1 in 96,108 Americans are named Denim, making it truly unique. The majority of people named Denim are under 30, showing its status as a modern, trendy choice.

~3,434
Living in US
1 in 96,108
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Blue fabric
🌐
Origin
Modern American coinage
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Trendy Strong Confident
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes compassion, completion, and humanitarianism.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

3,521
Worldwide Bearers
#265,066
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
3,434
🇳🇱 Netherlands
8
🇿🇦 South Africa
7
🇧🇾 Belarus
6
🇦🇺 Australia
6
🇨🇳 China
5
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
5
🇱🇻 Latvia
5
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
4
🇧🇭 Bahrain
4

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
2,421 (71%)
♀ Female
1,013 (29%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 11
3,369
Would be under 30 (97%)
98
Would be 30–60 (3%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 3,467 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: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
9
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

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

📜 Denim Through the Generations

Denim stands out as a name that's gaining traction among younger parents. With only 3,434 people named Denim living in the US today, it's clear that this name is still in its early stages of popularity. Born in 2024, the peak year saw 281 births, indicating a recent surge in interest. The average age of those named Denim is just 11, reflecting its status as a contemporary choice, with 97% of bearers being under 30.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 323
Louisiana 310
New York 205
Florida 156
Georgia 152
California 143
Maryland 115
Illinois 104
Ohio 87
Pennsylvania 57

✨ Similar Names to Denim

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Denim's Modern American coinage roots

📄 About the Name Denim

How Many People Have the Name Denim?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,434 people in the United States currently share the name Denim. That works out to roughly 1 in every 96,108 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Denim a Common or Rare Name?

Denim 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 Denim Mean?

Denim means "blue fabric" and comes from Modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Denim in SSA data, approximately 71% are male and 29% are female.

When Was Denim Most Popular?

The name Denim reached peak popularity in 2024, with 281 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 Denim?

Approximately 3,434 people named Denim live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,467. That works out to roughly 1 in 96,108 Americans.

Is Denim a rare name?

Denim is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 96,108 Americans has this name.

What does the name Denim mean?

Denim means "blue fabric" and comes from Modern American coinage origins.

Is Denim more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 71% of people named Denim are male and 29% are female.

When was Denim most popular?

Denim peaked in 2024 with 281 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 US3,434
All-Time Births3,467
1 in X1 in 96,108
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age11
Peak Year2024
World Rank#265,066
Male %71%
Female %29%

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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.