Naftali
boy name#2363 in 2025Naftali entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #1823 in 2018, ranks #2363 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
#2363
rank today
#1823
peak (2018)
58
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3650 |
| 1960s | #3390 |
| 1970s | #2829 |
| 1980s | #2822 |
| 1990s | #2927 |
| 2000s | #2766 |
| 2010s | #2427 |
| 2020s | #2141 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Naftali has been most popular in NY, NJ, MD.
Living bearers
About 2,000 people named Naftali are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Naftali alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Naftali in 2025?
- Naftali ranks #2363 among US boy names in 2025, with 58 babies given the name.
- When was the name Naftali most popular?
- Naftali peaked in 2018, reaching #1823 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Naftali with classmates?
- Naftali will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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