What this API does
The Agify.io API allows developers to predict the probable age of individuals based on their first names using aggregated statistical data. It offers country-localized queries and batch lookups for more precise insights into demographics, returning predictions in a structured JSON format.
How it works
Developers can utilize the API by sending HTTP GET requests. For name-based age predictions, the API processes data and returns the predicted age, alongside a confidence level determined from sample sizes. It seamlessly integrates with various applications, including web and mobile platforms.
Authentication
No authentication is required to use the Agify.io API. Developers can access the endpoints without needing API keys, making it easy to start using right away.
Example usage
/?name=Michael- Retrieves predicted age for the name Michael./?name[]=Michael&name[]=Sarah- Batch lookup for predicted ages of both names./?name=Emily&country_id=US- Retrieves predicted age for the name Emily, localized to the United States.
Limits
Developers can make up to 1,000 free requests per day without needing a credit card. Beyond this limit, additional API access may be subject to different terms, which should be checked on the official documentation page.
Ideal use cases
- Personalizing user experiences by tailoring content recommendations based on predicted age.
- Enhancing registration flows to gather demographic insights during user onboarding.
- Supporting marketing segmentation by analyzing user demographics from first names.
- Providing insights for applications in social networks or dating platforms based on user data.