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Current rank (2025)#10695
Babies named Dudley in 20256
Total recorded11,989
Peak year1931 (279 babies)
Highest rank ever#295
Years in records1880–2025 (146 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 1907 spots

Frequently asked about Dudley

What does the name Dudley mean?
Dudley means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Dudley?
Dudley has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Dudley?
Dudley ranked #10695 in 2025 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Dudley most popular?
Dudley peaked in 1931 with 279 babies registered that year.
Is Dudley a boy or girl name?
Dudley is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Dudleys in registered births are male.
Is the name Dudley rising or falling in popularity?
Dudley has fallen 1907 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8788 in 2020 to #10695 in 2025.
How long has Dudley been recorded?
Dudley appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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