Kamau
boy name#7679 in 2025Kamau entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1696 in 1973, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
#7679
rank today
#1696
peak (1973)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2160 |
| 1980s | #3996 |
| 1990s | #3021 |
| 2000s | #4990 |
| 2010s | #7583 |
| 2020s | #7378 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Kamau are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kamau alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kamau in 2025?
- Kamau ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kamau most popular?
- Kamau peaked in 1973, reaching #1696 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kamau with classmates?
- Kamau will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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