Kane
boy name#451 in 2025Kane entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #319 in 2018, ranks #451 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1953–2025
#451
rank today
#319
peak (2018)
695
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2282 |
| 1960s | #2130 |
| 1970s | #1281 |
| 1980s | #1130 |
| 1990s | #754 |
| 2000s | #624 |
| 2010s | #447 |
| 2020s | #385 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kane has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 19,000 people named Kane are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kane is a kid of about 10 — 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 Kane in 2025?
- Kane ranks #451 among US boy names in 2025, with 695 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kane most popular?
- Kane peaked in 2018, reaching #319 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kane with classmates?
- Kane will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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