Kristol
girl nameKristol entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #3340 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#3340
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6432 |
| 1970s | #6043 |
| 1980s | #5599 |
| 1990s | #12343 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kristol are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kristol alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kristol in 2025?
- Kristol is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kristol most popular?
- Kristol peaked in 1981, reaching #3340 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kristol with classmates?
- Kristol will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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