Smiley
Boy nameSmiley has been given to 363 babies in the U.S. since 1900. It peaked in 1926.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
363
Peak year
1926 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1900
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
2% girls / 98% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Smiley — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Smiley.
Sibling name ideas for Smiley
Same era and popularity as Smiley, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Smiley?
Smiley has been given to 363 babies in the U.S. since 1900. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Smiley peak?
Smiley peaked in 1926, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Smiley a girl or boy name?
Smiley is primarily a boy name (98% of babies named Smiley are boys).
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