Kerby
boy name#12008 in 2025Kerby entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #1570 in 1961, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
#12008
rank today
#1570
peak (1961)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2811 |
| 1950s | #2354 |
| 1960s | #1996 |
| 1970s | #2836 |
| 1980s | #3244 |
| 1990s | #4608 |
| 2000s | #7194 |
| 2010s | #11319 |
| 2020s | #11458 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Kerby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kerby alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kerby in 2025?
- Kerby ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kerby most popular?
- Kerby peaked in 1961, reaching #1570 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kerby with classmates?
- Kerby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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