Kail
boy nameKail entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #3103 in 2008, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#3103
peak (2008)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3840 |
| 1970s | #4505 |
| 1980s | #5696 |
| 1990s | #6085 |
| 2000s | #3911 |
| 2010s | #5770 |
| 2020s | #9958 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Kail are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kail alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kail in 2025?
- Kail is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kail most popular?
- Kail peaked in 2008, reaching #3103 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kail with classmates?
- Kail will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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