Ajax
Boy nameAjax has been given to 452 babies in the U.S. since 2005. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 47,447 boys was named Ajax.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
452
Peak year
2023 (45 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2005
10-year trend
▲ +112%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ajax — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ajax.
Sibling name ideas for Ajax
Same era and popularity as Ajax, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ajax?
Ajax has been given to 452 babies in the U.S. since 2005. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ajax peak?
Ajax peaked in 2023, when 45 babies were given the name.
Is Ajax a girl or boy name?
Ajax is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ajax are boys).
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