Kojak
boy nameKojak entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #3318 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#3318
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4391 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kojak are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kojak alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kojak in 2025?
- Kojak is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kojak most popular?
- Kojak peaked in 1974, reaching #3318 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kojak with classmates?
- Kojak will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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