Kapil
boy nameKapil entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #4215 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#4215
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5243 |
| 1990s | #6838 |
| 2000s | #8887 |
| 2010s | #12184 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Kapil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kapil alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kapil in 2025?
- Kapil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kapil most popular?
- Kapil peaked in 1984, reaching #4215 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kapil with classmates?
- Kapil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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