Kali
boy name#4249 in 2025Kali entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #2129 in 1974, ranks #4249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
#4249
rank today
#2129
peak (1974)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2954 |
| 1980s | #4620 |
| 1990s | #5366 |
| 2000s | #5671 |
| 2010s | #4559 |
| 2020s | #3616 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kali has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Kali are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kali alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 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 #4249 among US boy names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kali most popular?
- Kali peaked in 1974, reaching #2129 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kali with classmates?
- Kali will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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