How popular is the name Anil in 2025?

Anil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Anil most popular?

Anil peaked in 1974, reaching #1370 among US boy names.

Anil will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Anil entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #1370 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1370

peak (1974)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,100 people named Anil are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Anil alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Anil in 2025?: Anil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Anil most popular?: Anil peaked in 1974, reaching #1370 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Anil with classmates?: Anil will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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