How Many People Are Named Midas?
Complete statistics for the name Midas: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Midas is a very rare male name, with only 267 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,235,866 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with a big chunk of its bearers being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 6All 269 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: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Midas Through the Generations
Midas, a name that's seen a surge in popularity, particularly in 2023 when it peaked with 45 births, stands out as a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape. With an average age of 6, it's clear that Midas is favored among younger parents, contributing to its rising trend. The majority of those named Midas are under 30, indicating that it's a name embraced by a newer generation, with no individuals aged 30-60 or over-60 carrying the name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Midas's Greek mythology roots
📄 About the Name Midas
How Many People Have the Name Midas?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 185 people in the United States currently share the name Midas. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,791,618 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Midas a Common or Rare Name?
Midas 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 Midas Mean?
Midas means "mythical king" and comes from Greek mythology origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Midas in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Midas Most Popular?
The name Midas reached peak popularity in 2023, with 45 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 Midas?
Approximately 185 people named Midas live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 185. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,791,618 Americans.
Is Midas a rare name?
Midas is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,791,618 Americans has this name.
What does the name Midas mean?
Midas means "mythical king" and comes from Greek mythology origins.
Is Midas more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Midas are male and 0% are female.
When was Midas most popular?
Midas peaked in 2023 with 45 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.