Caliph
boy name#12008 in 2025Caliph entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #2799 in 1974, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
#12008
rank today
#2799
peak (1974)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4460 |
| 1980s | #5195 |
| 1990s | #6785 |
| 2000s | #9188 |
| 2010s | #10658 |
| 2020s | #12008 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Caliph are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Caliph alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Caliph in 2025?
- Caliph ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Caliph most popular?
- Caliph peaked in 1974, reaching #2799 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Caliph with classmates?
- Caliph will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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