Kou
boy nameKou entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #1695 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#1695
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5355 |
| 1980s | #1880 |
| 1990s | #3113 |
| 2000s | #8603 |
| 2010s | #10351 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Kou are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kou alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kou in 2025?
- Kou is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kou most popular?
- Kou peaked in 1981, reaching #1695 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kou with classmates?
- Kou will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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