How Many People Are Named Rowdy?
Complete statistics for the name Rowdy: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rowdy means lively and boisterous, a fitting description for its energetic vibe. Only 1 in 71,335 Americans share this unique moniker, making it one of the rarest names around. With 256 births in 2024, it's clear that Rowdy is gaining popularity among younger parents.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 4 represents stability and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 22All 4,786 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rowdy Through the Generations
Rowdy, a name that's seen a surge in popularity, particularly among the younger generation, has been on the rise since its peak in 2024. The majority of people named Rowdy, 72%, are under 30, indicating that it's a genuinely modern choice. As of now, there are 4,626 individuals bearing this name in the United States, with most concentrated in the under-30 age bracket. This trend suggests that Rowdy will continue to be a popular choice for years to come.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rowdy's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Rowdy
How Many People Have the Name Rowdy?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 111 people in the United States currently share the name Rowdy. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,986,030 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Rowdy a Common or Rare Name?
Rowdy 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 Rowdy Mean?
Rowdy means "lively, boisterous" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rowdy in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Rowdy Most Popular?
The name Rowdy reached peak popularity in 2024, with 256 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 Rowdy?
Approximately 111 people named Rowdy live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 111. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,986,030 Americans.
Is Rowdy a rare name?
Rowdy is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,986,030 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rowdy mean?
Rowdy means "lively, boisterous" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Rowdy more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Rowdy are male and 1% are female.
When was Rowdy most popular?
Rowdy peaked in 2024 with 256 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.