Nail
boy nameNail entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #6523 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#6523
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6523 |
| 1990s | #8942 |
| 2000s | #10529 |
| 2010s | #10736 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nail are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nail alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nail in 2025?
- Nail is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nail most popular?
- Nail peaked in 1985, reaching #6523 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nail with classmates?
- Nail will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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