How Many People Are Named Lurdes?
Complete statistics for the name Lurdes: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lurdes is a very rare female name, with only 401 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 823,246 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1977 with 17 births, and it's remained stable since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 46All 423 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: 1977Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lurdes Through the Generations
Over the decades, Lurdes has maintained a steady presence, though it's never been a mainstream choice. With 423 total births recorded since its inception, the name has seen a slight aging of its bearers, with 66 under 30, 290 aged 30-60, and 67 over 60. This distribution suggests a balanced demographic, with most individuals named Lurdes falling within the 30-60 age bracket.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lurdes's Portuguese roots
📄 About the Name Lurdes
How Many People Have the Name Lurdes?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 401 people in the United States currently share the name Lurdes. That works out to roughly 1 in every 823,246 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lurdes a Common or Rare Name?
Lurdes 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 Lurdes Mean?
Lurdes means "Portuguese origin, meaning 'lady'" and comes from Portuguese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lurdes in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Lurdes Most Popular?
The name Lurdes reached peak popularity in 1977, with 17 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 Lurdes?
Approximately 401 people named Lurdes live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 423. That works out to roughly 1 in 823,246 Americans.
Is Lurdes a rare name?
Lurdes is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 823,246 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lurdes mean?
Lurdes means "Portuguese origin, meaning 'lady'" and comes from Portuguese origins.
Is Lurdes more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Lurdes are male and 100% are female.
When was Lurdes most popular?
Lurdes peaked in 1977 with 17 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.