Simpson

Boy name

Simpson has been given to 707 babies in the U.S. since 1883. It peaked in 1921.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

707

Peak year

1921 (25 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1883

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

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

3,901 babies since 1880

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

705 babies since 1882

705 babies since 1912

710 babies since 1892

711 babies since 1908

712 babies since 1900

702 babies since 1880

713 babies since 1886

713 babies since 1912

How popular is the name Simpson?

Simpson has been given to 707 babies in the U.S. since 1883. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Simpson peak?

Simpson peaked in 1921, when 25 babies were given the name.

Is Simpson a girl or boy name?

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

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