Kanya
boy nameKanya entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #4264 in 2004, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
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rank today
#4264
peak (2004)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #8160 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kanya are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kanya alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kanya in 2025?
- Kanya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kanya most popular?
- Kanya peaked in 2004, reaching #4264 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kanya with classmates?
- Kanya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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