Kaniela
boy nameKaniela entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #6229 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
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rank today
#6229
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6229 |
| 2000s | #12013 |
| 2010s | #11445 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kaniela has been most popular in HI.
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kaniela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kaniela alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaniela in 2025?
- Kaniela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kaniela most popular?
- Kaniela peaked in 1989, reaching #6229 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaniela with classmates?
- Kaniela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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