Estes
Boy nameEstes has been given to 601 babies in the U.S. since 1887. It peaked in 1916.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
601
Peak year
1916 (29 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1887
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
9% girls / 91% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Estes — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Estes.
Sibling name ideas for Estes
Same era and popularity as Estes, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Estes?
Estes has been given to 601 babies in the U.S. since 1887. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Estes peak?
Estes peaked in 1916, when 29 babies were given the name.
Is Estes a girl or boy name?
Estes is primarily a boy name (91% of babies named Estes are boys).
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