How Many People Are Named Exodus?

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

Exodus
Very Rare
Biblical

Exodus means 'departure' and is a very rare name for boys, with only 1 in 520,176 Americans bearing it. There are 634 people named Exodus living in the US today, and they're mostly under 30, making it a truly modern choice.

~634
Living in US
1 in 520,176
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Departure
🌐
Origin
Biblical
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Strong Independent Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and a quest for knowledge.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,301
Worldwide Bearers
#155,358
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
644
🇱🇷 Liberia
570
🇨🇲 Cameroon
437
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
185
🇵🇭 Philippines
126
🇲🇼 Malawi
85
🇺🇸 United States
56
🇿🇦 South Africa
35
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
35
🇿🇲 Zambia
27

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
556 (88%)
♀ Female
78 (12%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 10
640
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 640 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
83
Classic Feel
6
Modern Appeal
100
International
90

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

📜 Exodus Through the Generations

Exodus has seen a surge in popularity, peaking in 2024 with 61 births, and its bearers are predominantly young, with 640 under 30 years old. This trend suggests it's a name embraced by a newer generation, likely influenced by its biblical roots and symbolic significance. The average age of those named Exodus is just 10, indicating it's a recent and rising name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 56
Texas 31
North Carolina 5
Ohio 5

✨ Similar Names to Exodus

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Exodus's Biblical roots

📄 About the Name Exodus

How Many People Have the Name Exodus?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 634 people in the United States currently share the name Exodus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 520,176 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Exodus a Common or Rare Name?

Exodus 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 Exodus Mean?

Exodus means "departure" and comes from Biblical origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Exodus in SSA data, approximately 88% are male and 12% are female.

When Was Exodus Most Popular?

The name Exodus reached peak popularity in 2024, with 61 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 Exodus?

Approximately 634 people named Exodus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 640. That works out to roughly 1 in 520,176 Americans.

Is Exodus a rare name?

Exodus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 520,176 Americans has this name.

What does the name Exodus mean?

Exodus means "departure" and comes from Biblical origins.

Is Exodus more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 88% of people named Exodus are male and 12% are female.

When was Exodus most popular?

Exodus peaked in 2024 with 61 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 US634
All-Time Births640
1 in X1 in 520,176
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age10
Peak Year2024
World Rank#155,358
Male %88%
Female %12%

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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.