Helix
Boy nameHelix has been given to 173 babies in the U.S. since 2013. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 106,755 boys was named Helix.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
173
Peak year
2024 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2013
10-year trend
▲ +14%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Helix — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Helix.
Sibling name ideas for Helix
Same era and popularity as Helix, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Helix?
Helix has been given to 173 babies in the U.S. since 2013. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Helix peak?
Helix peaked in 2024, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Helix a girl or boy name?
Helix is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Helix are boys).
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