Klaus
boy name#2230 in 2025Klaus entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #1339 in 1968, ranks #2230 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1953–2025
#2230
rank today
#1339
peak (1968)
63
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2524 |
| 1960s | #1673 |
| 1970s | #3196 |
| 1980s | #4323 |
| 1990s | #5894 |
| 2000s | #5730 |
| 2010s | #4156 |
| 2020s | #2154 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Klaus has been most popular in CA, TX, MN.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Klaus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Klaus alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Klaus in 2025?
- Klaus ranks #2230 among US boy names in 2025, with 63 babies given the name.
- When was the name Klaus most popular?
- Klaus peaked in 1968, reaching #1339 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Klaus with classmates?
- Klaus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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