Feminine dossier · first seen 1884
Temple
Stable Decline
Gradual decline from 1971
Peak era
1971
Peak births
88
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
Quick answers about Temple
How many people are named Temple?
An estimated 1,129 living Americans are named Temple.
How rare is Temple?
Temple is very rare among babies today, with 9 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 89.8% from its 1971 peak.
How old is the typical Temple?
The median age of a living American named Temple is approximately 49 years, with most bearers falling between 22 and 57 years old.
Is Temple still popular?
Not especially. Temple has been declining since its 1971 peak and registered 9 births in 2025.
1884Peak 19712025
Peak year
1971
Decline from peak
89.8%
2025
9
All-time
1,568