Korah
girl name#5099 in 2025Korah entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #3245 in 2018, ranks #5099 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
#5099
rank today
#3245
peak (2018)
25
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8444 |
| 1980s | #8178 |
| 1990s | #9291 |
| 2000s | #7036 |
| 2010s | #4340 |
| 2020s | #4641 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Korah has been most popular in OH, WA, TX.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Korah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Korah is a kid of about 11 — 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 Korah in 2025?
- Korah ranks #5099 among US girl names in 2025, with 25 babies given the name.
- When was the name Korah most popular?
- Korah peaked in 2018, reaching #3245 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Korah with classmates?
- Korah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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