Kay
girl name#3903 in 2025Kay entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #70 in 1941, ranks #3903 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1885–2025
#3903
rank today
#70
peak (1941)
37
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1022 |
| 1890s | #974 |
| 1900s | #543 |
| 1910s | #375 |
| 1920s | #416 |
| 1930s | #167 |
| 1940s | #92 |
| 1950s | #149 |
| 1960s | #271 |
| 1970s | #690 |
| 1980s | #1064 |
| 1990s | #1774 |
| 2000s | #2708 |
| 2010s | #3238 |
| 2020s | #3608 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kay has been most popular in CA, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 63,500 people named Kay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kay alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kay in 2025?
- Kay ranks #3903 among US girl names in 2025, with 37 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kay most popular?
- Kay peaked in 1941, reaching #70 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kay with classmates?
- Kay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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