Kesley
boy nameKesley entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #4786 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#4786
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5321 |
| 1980s | #5196 |
| 1990s | #7114 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kesley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kesley alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kesley in 2025?
- Kesley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kesley most popular?
- Kesley peaked in 1988, reaching #4786 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kesley with classmates?
- Kesley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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