Rooney

Unisex

Rooney has been given to 1,529 babies in the U.S. since 1943. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 19,365 girls was named Rooney.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,529

Peak year

2024 (141 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1943

10-year trend

▲ +79%

Gender split

56% girls / 44% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Rooney — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Rodneyboy

248,325 babies since 1880

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FAQ

How popular is the name Rooney?

Rooney has been given to 1,529 babies in the U.S. since 1943. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Rooney peak?

Rooney peaked in 2024, when 141 babies were given the name.

Is Rooney a girl or boy name?

Rooney is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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