Piper is a baby girl name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Piper was given to 6 boys, ranking No. 11939 for boys and 1,877 girls, ranking No. 160 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Piper
In 2024, Piper was given to 6 boys, ranking No. 11939 for boys and 1,877 girls, ranking No. 160 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1951 and shows 60,973 recorded births between 1951 and 2024.
Is Piper Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Piper is used mostly for girls in current records, with lighter but visible use for boys.
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