Bay
UnisexBay has been given to 727 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 2013.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
727
Peak year
2013 (81 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
▼ -90%
Gender split
72% girls / 28% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Bay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Bay.
FAQ
How popular is the name Bay?
Bay has been given to 727 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Bay peak?
Bay peaked in 2013, when 81 babies were given the name.
Is Bay a girl or boy name?
Bay is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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