Kaia
girl name#193 in 2025Kaia entered the US charts in 1955, peaked at #180 in 2024, ranks #193 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1955–2025
#193
rank today
#180
peak (2024)
1,618
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5124 |
| 1960s | #5387 |
| 1970s | #4043 |
| 1980s | #3950 |
| 1990s | #2519 |
| 2000s | #697 |
| 2010s | #463 |
| 2020s | #219 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kaia has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 21,000 people named Kaia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaia is a kid of about 7 — 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 Kaia in 2025?
- Kaia ranks #193 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,618 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaia most popular?
- Kaia peaked in 2024, reaching #180 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kaia with classmates?
- Kaia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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