Kestrel
boy nameKestrel entered the US charts in 2012, peaked at #10821 in 2023, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2012–2025
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rank today
#10821
peak (2023)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #12274 |
| 2020s | #11482 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kestrel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kestrel is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kestrel in 2025?
- Kestrel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kestrel most popular?
- Kestrel peaked in 2023, reaching #10821 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kestrel with classmates?
- Kestrel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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