Ekhbary News Agency | 2024-05-15
The name 'Donald' is rapidly disappearing from American nurseries, reaching an unprecedented low in popularity among U.S. parents, for what it's worth. Projections from the Social Security Administration indicate fewer than 400 infants are expected to receive the name by 2025, positioning it at a dismal 690th place nationally.
Historical Popularity and Decline
This marks a historic minimum, based on a meticulous analysis by Notus. In the 1930s, 'Donald' was prevalent, peaking in 1934 with over 30,400 newborns, staying in the top 100 until 1990.
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Trump's Influence Unable to Reverse Trend
Donald Trump's political ascent failed to halt this decline. When 'The Apprentice' debuted in 2004, 'Donald' held 263rd. By his 2016 presidential victory, it slipped to 489th. The downward trend continued, even with his anticipated 2025 return to the White House, highlighting a disconnect between political prominence and naming appeal.
