Molly
Female name · ★ Classic
61,032
Total Births
1991
Peak Year
#207
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Molly
Molly is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 61,032 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1990s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 527 births |
| 1890s | 514 births |
| 1900s | 791 births |
| 1910s | 1,294 births |
| 1920s | 1,171 births |
| 1930s | 1,326 births |
| 1940s | 1,683 births |
| 1950s | 2,592 births |
| 1960s | 3,675 births |
| 1970s | 6,197 births |
| 1980s | 10,021 births |
| 1990s | 14,154 births |
| 2000s | 11,894 births |
| 2010s | 4,104 births |
| 2020s | 1,089 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Molly?
Molly has been given to 61,032 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1991 with 1,787 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #207.
Is Molly a boy or girl name?
Molly is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Molly most popular?
Molly was most popular in 1991, when 1,787 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Molly?
Molly first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).