Kansas
girl name#7133 in 2025Kansas entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #1700 in 1898, ranks #7133 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1898–2025
#7133
rank today
#1700
peak (1898)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1700 |
| 1900s | #2017 |
| 1910s | #3097 |
| 1920s | #4142 |
| 1970s | #6849 |
| 1980s | #5636 |
| 1990s | #3920 |
| 2000s | #4045 |
| 2010s | #5464 |
| 2020s | #6376 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kansas has been most popular in SC, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Kansas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kansas alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kansas in 2025?
- Kansas ranks #7133 among US girl names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kansas most popular?
- Kansas peaked in 1898, reaching #1700 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kansas with classmates?
- Kansas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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