Kal
boy name#2304 in 2025Kal entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #2040 in 2021, ranks #2304 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
#2304
rank today
#2040
peak (2021)
60
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3516 |
| 1950s | #2864 |
| 1960s | #3084 |
| 1970s | #4214 |
| 1980s | #5087 |
| 1990s | #6025 |
| 2000s | #6663 |
| 2010s | #3379 |
| 2020s | #2290 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kal has been most popular in CA, TX, UT.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Kal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kal is a kid of about 10 — 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 Kal in 2025?
- Kal ranks #2304 among US boy names in 2025, with 60 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kal most popular?
- Kal peaked in 2021, reaching #2040 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kal with classmates?
- Kal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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