Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name London.
National Rank (2025)
#431
All-Time Peak Rank
#85 (2013)
Total U.S. Births
44,455
Unisex Distribution18.8% Boy / 81.2% GirlBalance: Leans Female
💡 The London Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind London
According to SSA data, London achieved its highest historical rank of #85 in 2013. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2013 with 3,462 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 75.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 63 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name London scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-75.4% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,462Births in 2013
Years in Top 100
4yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
63Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:78
1970s:161
1980s:412
1990s:1,650
2000s:9,014
2010s:26,625
2020s:6,515
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesLon-don
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with L, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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