How Many People Are Named Ragnar?

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

Ragnar
Very Rare
Old Norse

Ragnar means 'adventurer' in Old Norse, fitting for its very rare status among male names. Only 698 people named Ragnar live in the US today, making up just 1 in 473,111 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2023 with 96 births, showing it's still on the rise.

~698
Living in US
1 in 473,111
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Adventurer
🌐
Origin
Old Norse
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Strong Determined
5
Life Path Number

Life path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

13,606
Worldwide Bearers
#49,684
Global Rank
🇳🇴 Norway
7,088
🇸🇪 Sweden
1,956
🇮🇸 Iceland
1,509
🇪🇪 Estonia
924
🇩🇪 Germany
442
🇺🇸 United States
405
🇫🇮 Finland
204
🇩🇰 Denmark
186
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands
128
🇳🇱 Netherlands
128

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
698 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 11
694
Would be under 30 (95%)
5
Would be 30–60 (1%)
34
Would be over 60 (5%)

All 733 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: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
84
Classic Feel
6
Modern Appeal
100
International
97

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

📜 Ragnar Through the Generations

Ragnar has seen a steady increase in usage over recent years, with 2023 marking its peak at 96 births. This surge has made it a predominantly young name, with 694 out of 698 individuals being under 30. The average age of those named Ragnar is 11, indicating it's a modern choice for parents looking for something unique yet strong.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 68
Texas 44
Florida 29
New York 17
Utah 12
Pennsylvania 10
Arizona 7
Ohio 7
Washington 6
Colorado 5

✨ Similar Names to Ragnar

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ragnar's Old Norse roots

📄 About the Name Ragnar

How Many People Have the Name Ragnar?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 698 people in the United States currently share the name Ragnar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 473,111 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ragnar a Common or Rare Name?

Ragnar 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 Ragnar Mean?

Ragnar means "adventurer" and comes from Old Norse origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ragnar in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Ragnar Most Popular?

The name Ragnar reached peak popularity in 2023, with 96 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 Ragnar?

Approximately 698 people named Ragnar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 733. That works out to roughly 1 in 473,111 Americans.

Is Ragnar a rare name?

Ragnar is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 473,111 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ragnar mean?

Ragnar means "adventurer" and comes from Old Norse origins.

Is Ragnar more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ragnar are male and 0% are female.

When was Ragnar most popular?

Ragnar peaked in 2023 with 96 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.

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 US698
All-Time Births733
1 in X1 in 473,111
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age11
Peak Year2023
World Rank#49,684
Male %100%
Female %0%

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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.