Kimathi
boy name#8243 in 2025Kimathi entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #5227 in 1974, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
#8243
rank today
#5227
peak (1974)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5227 |
| 1980s | #6238 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
| 2020s | #8243 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kimathi are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kimathi alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kimathi in 2025?
- Kimathi ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kimathi most popular?
- Kimathi peaked in 1974, reaching #5227 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kimathi with classmates?
- Kimathi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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