Curly
Boy nameCurly has been given to 236 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It peaked in 1923.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
236
Peak year
1923 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1913
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
3% girls / 97% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Curly — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Curly.
Sibling name ideas for Curly
Same era and popularity as Curly, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Curly?
Curly has been given to 236 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Curly peak?
Curly peaked in 1923, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Curly a girl or boy name?
Curly is primarily a boy name (97% of babies named Curly are boys).
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