Kay
boy name#7679 in 2025Kay entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #447 in 1934, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#7679
rank today
#447
peak (1934)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #930 |
| 1890s | #1021 |
| 1900s | #1174 |
| 1910s | #1113 |
| 1920s | #759 |
| 1930s | #505 |
| 1940s | #812 |
| 1950s | #1348 |
| 1960s | #2179 |
| 1970s | #4305 |
| 1980s | #5549 |
| 1990s | #7946 |
| 2000s | #9993 |
| 2010s | #10167 |
| 2020s | #7305 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Kay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kay alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 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 #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kay most popular?
- Kay peaked in 1934, reaching #447 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kay with classmates?
- Kay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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