NameChart

Day

Unisex

Day has been given to 308 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 1975. In 2025, about 1 in 321,453 girls was named Day.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

308

Peak year

1975 (15 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1915

10-year trend

▲ +120%

Gender split

54% girls / 46% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Day — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Day.

FAQ

How popular is the name Day?

Day has been given to 308 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Day peak?

Day peaked in 1975, when 15 babies were given the name.

Is Day a girl or boy name?

Day is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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