How popular is the name Kern in 2025?

Kern is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Kern most popular?

Kern peaked in 1952, reaching #1665 among US boy names.

Kern will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Kern entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1665 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1665

peak (1952)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Kern are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Kern alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Kern in 2025?: Kern is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Kern most popular?: Kern peaked in 1952, reaching #1665 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Kern with classmates?: Kern will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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