Kaoru
boy nameKaoru entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1900 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#1900
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2598 |
| 1920s | #2877 |
| 1990s | #8704 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kaoru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kaoru alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaoru in 2025?
- Kaoru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kaoru most popular?
- Kaoru peaked in 1917, reaching #1900 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaoru with classmates?
- Kaoru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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