Kaye
boy nameKaye entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #802 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#802
peak (1932)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3101 |
| 1930s | #1273 |
| 1940s | #2474 |
| 1950s | #3343 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Kaye are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaye alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaye in 2025?
- Kaye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kaye most popular?
- Kaye peaked in 1932, reaching #802 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaye with classmates?
- Kaye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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