Lieutenant

Boy name

Lieutenant has been given to 199 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1917.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

199

Peak year

1917 (12 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1912

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

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Sibling name ideas for Lieutenant

Same era and popularity as Lieutenant, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

Sisters

Zilphia Vanilla Bernadetta Vieno

Brothers

Primus Tamotsu Gladstone Odies

FAQ

How popular is the name Lieutenant?

Lieutenant has been given to 199 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Lieutenant peak?

Lieutenant peaked in 1917, when 12 babies were given the name.

Is Lieutenant a girl or boy name?

Lieutenant is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Lieutenant are boys).

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