Kaine
boy name#1425 in 2025Kaine entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #1010 in 2017, ranks #1425 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1973–2025
#1425
rank today
#1010
peak (2017)
126
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4152 |
| 1980s | #4605 |
| 1990s | #2300 |
| 2000s | #1809 |
| 2010s | #1377 |
| 2020s | #1266 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kaine has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Kaine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaine is a kid of about 11 — 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 Kaine in 2025?
- Kaine ranks #1425 among US boy names in 2025, with 126 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaine most popular?
- Kaine peaked in 2017, reaching #1010 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaine with classmates?
- Kaine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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