In 2025, the name 'Donald' reached its lowest popularity in U.S. history, according to data from the Social Security Administration. Fewer than 400 applications for Social Security cards for newborns named Donald were submitted last year, ranking it as the 690th most popular baby name. The name peaked in 1934 with over 30,400 registrations and remained in the top 100 until 1990. Despite Donald Trump's prominence in various fields, the name has steadily declined in popularity, falling from 263rd in 2004 to 489th in 2016. In 2017, it saw a slight increase but continued to drop, losing over 200 places by 2025. In Florida, only 21 boys were named Donald last year, a number comparable to less common names such as Abner and Enoch.
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Popularity of the Name 'Donald' Declines to Historic Low
The name 'Donald' has seen a significant decline in popularity, reaching its lowest point in 2025 with fewer than 400 registrations. Historical data shows that the name peaked in 1934 and has steadily decreased in rank despite Donald Trump's high profile in business and politics.
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