Temple

Unisex

Temple has been given to 2,396 babies in the U.S. since 1884. It peaked in 1971.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,396

Peak year

1971 (104 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1884

10-year trend

▼ -44%

Gender split

65% girls / 35% boys

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

2,391 babies since 1917

2,414 babies since 1943

2,377 babies since 1921

2,375 babies since 1961

2,428 babies since 1890

2,363 babies since 1941

2,433 babies since 1909

2,359 babies since 1977

How popular is the name Temple?

Temple has been given to 2,396 babies in the U.S. since 1884. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Temple peak?

Temple peaked in 1971, when 104 babies were given the name.

Is Temple a girl or boy name?

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

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