Butterfly
Girl nameButterfly has been given to 10 babies in the U.S. since 2003. It peaked in 2003.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
10
Peak year
2003 (5 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2003
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Butterfly.
Sibling name ideas for Butterfly
Same era and popularity as Butterfly, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Butterfly?
Butterfly has been given to 10 babies in the U.S. since 2003. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Butterfly peak?
Butterfly peaked in 2003, when 5 babies were given the name.
Is Butterfly a girl or boy name?
Butterfly is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Butterfly are girls).
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