Will my child share the name Ptolemy with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Ptolemy per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Ptolemy in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Ptolemy becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Ptolemy has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 308 places in the last five years. Its peak was #906 in 2004. Choosing it now means he is likely to be among the last of his generation with this name.

Is Ptolemy a good choice for a distinctive name?

Ptolemy is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Ptolemy a popular baby name in the United States?

Ptolemy does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

NameInClass Baby name predictor

👦 Boy's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #5120

Ptolemy

Ptolemy is a distinctive choice, ranked #5120 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Ptolemy in their class.

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UK Rank 2024

#5120

About the Name Ptolemy

Ptolemy has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 308 places in five years. It was most popular in 2004 at #906 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

Ptolemy is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.