Kalai
girl name#14942 in 2025Kalai entered the US charts in 1991, peaked at #9736 in 2019, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1991–2025
#14942
rank today
#9736
peak (2019)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #12477 |
| 2000s | #14085 |
| 2010s | #12109 |
| 2020s | #12919 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kalai are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kalai is a kid of about 6 — 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 Kalai in 2025?
- Kalai ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kalai most popular?
- Kalai peaked in 2019, reaching #9736 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kalai with classmates?
- Kalai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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