Bam
Boy nameBam has been given to 85 babies in the U.S. since 2004. It peaked in 2007. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Bam.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
85
Peak year
2007 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2004
10-year trend
▼ -29%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Bam — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Bam.
Sibling name ideas for Bam
Same era and popularity as Bam, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Bam?
Bam has been given to 85 babies in the U.S. since 2004. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Bam peak?
Bam peaked in 2007, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Bam a girl or boy name?
Bam is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Bam are boys).
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