Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Lew
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1959
Peak births
55
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19592025
Quick answers about Lew
How many people are named Lew?
An estimated 903 living Americans are named Lew.
How rare is Lew?
Lew is very rare among babies today, with 5 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 90.9% from its 1959 peak.
How old is the typical Lew?
The median age of a living American named Lew is approximately 67 years, with most bearers falling between 57 and 75 years old.
Is Lew still popular?
Yes — Lew is currently rising in popularity, with 5 births in 2025.
Peak year
1959
Decline from peak
90.9%
2025
5
All-time
2,193