Feminine dossier · first seen 1924
Irish
Stable Decline
Gradual decline from 1960
Peak era
1960
Peak births
40
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1924Peak 19602025
Quick answers about Irish
How many people are named Irish?
An estimated 1,209 living Americans are named Irish.
How rare is Irish?
Irish is very rare among babies today, with 6 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 85% from its 1960 peak.
How old is the typical Irish?
The median age of a living American named Irish is approximately 51 years, with most bearers falling between 28 and 65 years old.
Is Irish still popular?
Not especially. Irish has been declining since its 1960 peak and registered 6 births in 2025.
Peak year
1960
Decline from peak
85%
2025
6
All-time
1,453