Kali
girl name#323 in 2025Kali entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #241 in 2019, ranks #323 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1957–2025
#323
rank today
#241
peak (2019)
948
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4964 |
| 1960s | #4967 |
| 1970s | #1838 |
| 1980s | #753 |
| 1990s | #391 |
| 2000s | #511 |
| 2010s | #346 |
| 2020s | #283 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kali has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 32,000 people named Kali are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kali alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kali in 2025?
- Kali ranks #323 among US girl names in 2025, with 948 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kali most popular?
- Kali peaked in 2019, reaching #241 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kali with classmates?
- Kali will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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