Righteous
Boy nameRighteous has been given to 333 babies in the U.S. since 2001. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 53,377 boys was named Righteous.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
333
Peak year
2025 (38 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2001
10-year trend
▲ +90%
Gender split
17% girls / 83% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Righteous.
Sibling name ideas for Righteous
Same era and popularity as Righteous, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Righteous?
Righteous has been given to 333 babies in the U.S. since 2001. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Righteous peak?
Righteous peaked in 2025, when 38 babies were given the name.
Is Righteous a girl or boy name?
Righteous is primarily a boy name (83% of babies named Righteous are boys).
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