How Many People Are Named Guthrie?
Complete statistics for the name Guthrie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Guthrie, a very rare male name, is held by only 596 people in the US today, making up just 1 in 553,397 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1983 with 35 births, but its trend remains stable, indicating it's a modern choice for newer generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 50All 860 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: 1983Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Guthrie Through the Generations
Guthrie has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, though it never reached widespread popularity. With 596 individuals bearing the name in the US today, it's clear that Guthrie is a niche choice. Among those named Guthrie, 337 are under 30 years old, 247 are between 30 and 60, and 276 are over 60, showing a relatively even distribution across age groups. This suggests that while the name isn't common, it's been adopted consistently over time, maintaining a small but loyal following.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Guthrie's Scottish roots
📄 About the Name Guthrie
How Many People Have the Name Guthrie?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 30,592 people in the United States currently share the name Guthrie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 10,835 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Guthrie a Common or Rare Name?
Guthrie 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 Guthrie Mean?
Guthrie means "Scottish surname" and comes from Scottish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Guthrie in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Guthrie Most Popular?
The name Guthrie reached peak popularity in 1983, with 35 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 Guthrie?
Approximately 30,592 people named Guthrie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 30,592. That works out to roughly 1 in 10,835 Americans.
Is Guthrie a rare name?
Guthrie is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 10,835 Americans has this name.
What does the name Guthrie mean?
Guthrie means "Scottish surname" and comes from Scottish origins.
Is Guthrie more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Guthrie are male and 0% are female.
When was Guthrie most popular?
Guthrie peaked in 1983 with 35 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.