Sensei
Boy nameSensei has been given to 39 babies in the U.S. since 2018. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Sensei.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
39
Peak year
2018 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2018
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Sensei.
Sibling name ideas for Sensei
Same era and popularity as Sensei, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Sensei?
Sensei has been given to 39 babies in the U.S. since 2018. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Sensei peak?
Sensei peaked in 2018, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Sensei a girl or boy name?
Sensei is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Sensei are boys).
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