Kaj
boy name#12008 in 2025Kaj entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #3314 in 1969, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
#12008
rank today
#3314
peak (1969)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3942 |
| 1960s | #3721 |
| 1970s | #4642 |
| 1980s | #5328 |
| 1990s | #6016 |
| 2000s | #5762 |
| 2010s | #6461 |
| 2020s | #9004 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Kaj are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaj alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaj in 2025?
- Kaj ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaj most popular?
- Kaj peaked in 1969, reaching #3314 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaj with classmates?
- Kaj will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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