Kaneki
boy name#8243 in 2025Kaneki entered the US charts in 2018, peaked at #6032 in 2021, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2018–2025
#8243
rank today
#6032
peak (2021)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #10523 |
| 2020s | #8468 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kaneki are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kaneki is a kid of about 4 — 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 Kaneki in 2025?
- Kaneki ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaneki most popular?
- Kaneki peaked in 2021, reaching #6032 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaneki with classmates?
- Kaneki will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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