Ky
boy name#3583 in 2025Ky entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #1760 in 1987, ranks #3583 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1950–2025
#3583
rank today
#1760
peak (1987)
31
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3575 |
| 1960s | #2910 |
| 1970s | #2695 |
| 1980s | #2316 |
| 1990s | #2619 |
| 2000s | #3662 |
| 2010s | #3939 |
| 2020s | #3711 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ky has been most popular in TX, IL, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Ky are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ky alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ky in 2025?
- Ky ranks #3583 among US boy names in 2025, with 31 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ky most popular?
- Ky peaked in 1987, reaching #1760 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ky with classmates?
- Ky will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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