How Many People Are Named Parrish?

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

Parrish
Uncommon
English

Parrish is a very rare male name, with only 2,929 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 112,681 Americans. This name peaked in popularity back in 1966 with 134 births, showing a slow decline since then.

~47,354
Living in US
1 in 6,999
Americans
1966
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
English surname used as a first name
🌐
Origin
English
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Determined Resilient Confident
8
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 8 represents power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,967
Worldwide Bearers
#139,708
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
2,929
🇪🇬 Egypt
4
🇸🇬 Singapore
4
🇲🇾 Malaysia
3
🇧🇷 Brazil
3
🇹🇭 Thailand
2
🇳🇿 New Zealand
2
🇳🇱 Netherlands
2
🇻🇪 Venezuela
2
🇨🇱 Chile
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
2,466 (84%)
♀ Female
463 (16%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 41
829
Would be under 30 (26%)
1,910
Would be 30–60 (60%)
436
Would be over 60 (14%)

All 3,175 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: 1966

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
53
Modern Appeal
57
International
5

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

📜 Parrish Through the Generations

Parrish has been a name that has seen its peaks and valleys over the decades. With 3,175 total births recorded throughout history, it's clear that Parrish is a name that has maintained a steady presence but hasn't reached widespread popularity. The current estimate of 2,929 individuals named Parrish living in the US today suggests a name that's held onto its charm through the years. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a fair spread, with 26% under 30, 60% aged 30-60, and 14% over 60, indicating a name that's appreciated across different generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 206
New York 134
California 115
Georgia 69
North Carolina 67
Pennsylvania 59
Texas 54
Louisiana 34
Florida 33
Ohio 29

✨ Similar Names to Parrish

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Parrish's English roots

📄 About the Name Parrish

How Many People Have the Name Parrish?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 47,354 people in the United States currently share the name Parrish. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,999 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.

Is Parrish a Common or Rare Name?

Parrish is classified as Uncommon. 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 Parrish Mean?

Parrish means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Parrish in SSA data, approximately 84% are male and 16% are female.

When Was Parrish Most Popular?

The name Parrish reached peak popularity in 1966, with 134 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

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 Parrish?

Approximately 47,354 people named Parrish live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 47,354. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,999 Americans.

Is Parrish a rare name?

Parrish is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,999 Americans has this name.

What does the name Parrish mean?

Parrish means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English origins.

Is Parrish more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 84% of people named Parrish are male and 16% are female.

When was Parrish most popular?

Parrish peaked in 1966 with 134 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

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 US47,354
All-Time Births47,354
1 in X1 in 6,999
RarityUncommon
GenderMale
Avg Age41
Peak Year1966
World Rank#139,708
Male %84%
Female %16%

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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.