Kohl
boy name#5399 in 2025Kohl entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #1327 in 2001, ranks #5399 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
#5399
rank today
#1327
peak (2001)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3808 |
| 1990s | #1736 |
| 2000s | #1873 |
| 2010s | #3674 |
| 2020s | #5775 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kohl has been most popular in Louisiana, Texas.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Kohl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kohl alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kohl in 2025?
- Kohl ranks #5399 among US boy names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kohl most popular?
- Kohl peaked in 2001, reaching #1327 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kohl with classmates?
- Kohl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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