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Pilot

Boy name

Pilot has been given to 168 babies in the U.S. since 2005. It peaked in 2009. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 boys was named Pilot.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

05101419 18801900192019401960198020002020 Boys
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Total babies

168

Peak year

2009 (19 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

2005

10-year trend

▼ -47%

Gender split

All boys

Names with a similar vibe

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

Sibling name ideas for Pilot

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

FAQ

How popular is the name Pilot?

Pilot has been given to 168 babies in the U.S. since 2005. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Pilot peak?

Pilot peaked in 2009, when 19 babies were given the name.

Is Pilot a girl or boy name?

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

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