Oval
Boy nameOval has been given to 601 babies in the U.S. since 1898. It peaked in 1920.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
601
Peak year
1920 (44 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1898
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
17% girls / 83% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Oval — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Oval.
FAQ
How popular is the name Oval?
Oval has been given to 601 babies in the U.S. since 1898. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Oval peak?
Oval peaked in 1920, when 44 babies were given the name.
Is Oval a girl or boy name?
Oval is primarily a boy name (83% of babies named Oval are boys).
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