Loyal
Loyal is a unisex name that ranked #877 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1882. Its best recorded rank was #516 in 1890.
Latest rank
#877
Peak rank
#516
Reached in 1890
Total recorded usage
4,668
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1882
What To Know About Loyal
Loyal is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Loyal appearing in official records as far back as 1882, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #516 in 1890, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Editorial status: draft
Confidence: low
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