Kwanzaa
girl nameKwanzaa entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #8122 in 1994, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#8122
peak (1994)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10422 |
| 1990s | #10536 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kwanzaa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kwanzaa alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kwanzaa in 2025?
- Kwanzaa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kwanzaa most popular?
- Kwanzaa peaked in 1994, reaching #8122 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kwanzaa with classmates?
- Kwanzaa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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