Kemal
boy name#12008 in 2025Kemal entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #3858 in 1981, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
#12008
rank today
#3858
peak (1981)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3930 |
| 1970s | #4538 |
| 1980s | #5535 |
| 1990s | #7133 |
| 2000s | #7544 |
| 2010s | #8599 |
| 2020s | #8179 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Kemal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kemal alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kemal in 2025?
- Kemal ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kemal most popular?
- Kemal peaked in 1981, reaching #3858 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kemal with classmates?
- Kemal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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