Kanai
girl name#7885 in 2025Kanai entered the US charts in 2006, peaked at #6691 in 2021, ranks #7885 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2006–2025
#7885
rank today
#6691
peak (2021)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #14271 |
| 2010s | #12445 |
| 2020s | #8982 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kanai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kanai is a kid of about 8 — 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 Kanai in 2025?
- Kanai ranks #7885 among US girl names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kanai most popular?
- Kanai peaked in 2021, reaching #6691 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kanai with classmates?
- Kanai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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