Kajal
girl nameKajal entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #3237 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#3237
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6541 |
| 1980s | #8078 |
| 1990s | #6060 |
| 2000s | #11769 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Kajal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kajal alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kajal in 2025?
- Kajal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kajal most popular?
- Kajal peaked in 1996, reaching #3237 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kajal with classmates?
- Kajal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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