How Many People Are Named Fraser?

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

Fraser
Rare
Scottish

Fraser means 'grassy place' and it's very rare, with only 409 people bearing this name in the US today, making up just 1 in 806,578 Americans; it's a rising name, peaking in popularity in 2024.

~25,192
Living in US
1 in 13,157
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Grassy place
🌐
Origin
Scottish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Dependable Strong Determined
4
Life Path Number

Traditionally, the life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

25,183
Worldwide Bearers
#31,825
Global Rank
🇬🇧 Scotland
6,674
🇬🇧 England
5,675
🇨🇦 Canada
3,961
🇳🇿 New Zealand
2,265
🇺🇸 United States
1,422
🇦🇺 Australia
1,323
🇲🇼 Malawi
1,100
🇬🇭 Ghana
506
🇿🇦 South Africa
448
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
409 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 47
193
Would be under 30 (36%)
147
Would be 30–60 (27%)
195
Would be over 60 (36%)

All 535 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
81
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
98

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

📜 Fraser Through the Generations

Fraser has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations, with 193 under 30 years old, 147 aged between 30 and 60, and 195 over 60. The average age of those named Fraser is 47, indicating a mix of older individuals carrying forward an older tradition and younger parents embracing a modern twist. With 22 births in 2024, Fraser shows promise as a name that's gaining traction, though it remains quite uncommon overall.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Pennsylvania 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Fraser's Scottish roots

📄 About the Name Fraser

How Many People Have the Name Fraser?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 25,192 people in the United States currently share the name Fraser. That works out to roughly 1 in every 13,157 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Fraser a Common or Rare Name?

Fraser is classified as 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 Fraser Mean?

Fraser means "grassy place" and comes from Scottish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Fraser Most Popular?

The name Fraser reached peak popularity in 2024, with 22 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 Fraser?

Approximately 25,192 people named Fraser live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 25,192. That works out to roughly 1 in 13,157 Americans.

Is Fraser a rare name?

Fraser is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 13,157 Americans has this name.

What does the name Fraser mean?

Fraser means "grassy place" and comes from Scottish origins.

Is Fraser more male or female?

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

When was Fraser most popular?

Fraser peaked in 2024 with 22 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 US25,192
All-Time Births25,192
1 in X1 in 13,157
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age47
Peak Year2024
World Rank#31,825
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.