Maple
How to say it: MAY-pul · /ˈmeɪpəl/
From English word for the maple tree - nature name rising with vintage botanical revival.
Maple was the 946th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 221 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up 2.9-fold in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #772 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #946 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 221 |
| Share of births | 1 in 15,001 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | ×2.9 |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #772 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
On the rise in the 2020s, Maple is enjoying its best showing yet. It looks set to keep rising.
What goes with it
Woodsy and calm with mellow crisp tones, Maple feels gentle and natural. Willow makes a lovely companion.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Maple is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
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