How Many People Are Named Hiawatha?
Complete statistics for the name Hiawatha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Hiawatha, a very rare name for boys, is held by just 499 people in the US, making up 1 in 660,933 Americans. That's pretty unique! The majority, 85%, are over 60, showing its classic roots.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, driven by ambition and a strong sense of responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 83All 1,228 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: 1934Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Hiawatha Through the Generations
Hiawatha has been a steady presence since 1934 when it peaked with 31 births. Today, it's still cherished by a small but dedicated group, with most people named Hiawatha being over 60 years old. This age skew paints a picture of a name that's deeply rooted in tradition and nostalgia, passed down through generations without losing its charm.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Hiawatha's Native American roots
📄 About the Name Hiawatha
How Many People Have the Name Hiawatha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 499 people in the United States currently share the name Hiawatha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 660,933 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Hiawatha a Common or Rare Name?
Hiawatha 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Hiawatha in SSA data, approximately 75% are male and 25% are female.
When Was Hiawatha Most Popular?
The name Hiawatha reached peak popularity in 1934, with 31 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 Hiawatha?
Approximately 499 people named Hiawatha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,228. That works out to roughly 1 in 660,933 Americans.
Is Hiawatha a rare name?
Hiawatha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 660,933 Americans has this name.
What does the name Hiawatha mean?
The meaning and origin of Hiawatha are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Hiawatha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 75% of people named Hiawatha are male and 25% are female.
When was Hiawatha most popular?
Hiawatha peaked in 1934 with 31 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.