331births recorded
3Countries
1Variants
2025Peak · England & Wales
#2012England & Wales 2025
Light is a boy name family recorded 331 times in 3 countries since 2008. It ranks highest today in England & Wales (#2012 in 2025). Its all-time peak was in England & Wales in 2025, at 4.5 births per 100,000.
Popularity by country
Births per 100,000 newborns, all forms of the name combined.
All forms of Light
| Variants | Language | Total births | Country | Latest rank | Peak year | 10-year trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light | English | 240 | 🇺🇸 United States | #8860 | 2021 | ▲ 200 % |
| Light | English | 56 | 🏴 England & Wales | #2012 | 2025 | – |
| Light | English | 35 | 🇫🇷 France | #5833 | 2024 | – |
Questions about Light
How popular is the name Light?
In 2025 it ranked #2012 in England & Wales. Official registers record 331 births across 3 countries.
When was Light most popular?
It peaked in England & Wales in 2025, at 4.5 births per 100,000.
Is Light a boy or a girl name?
In official birth registers, Light is a boy name.