Kalief
boy nameKalief entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #3614 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#3614
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4485 |
| 1980s | #5131 |
| 1990s | #6526 |
| 2000s | #9871 |
| 2010s | #11832 |
| 2020s | #12084 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kalief are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kalief alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kalief in 2025?
- Kalief is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kalief most popular?
- Kalief peaked in 1978, reaching #3614 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kalief with classmates?
- Kalief will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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