Kala
boy nameKala entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3724 in 1976, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
—
rank today
#3724
peak (1976)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4274 |
| 1980s | #6042 |
| 2000s | #10880 |
| 2010s | #10766 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kala are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kala alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kala in 2025?
- Kala is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kala most popular?
- Kala peaked in 1976, reaching #3724 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kala with classmates?
- Kala will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Kala and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle