Calais
boy nameCalais entered the US charts in 2017, peaked at #5813 in 2019, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2017–2025
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rank today
#5813
peak (2019)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #7709 |
| 2020s | #7552 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Calais are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Calais is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Calais in 2025?
- Calais is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Calais most popular?
- Calais peaked in 2019, reaching #5813 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Calais with classmates?
- Calais will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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