Nairobi
boy nameNairobi entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #4907 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#4907
peak (1971)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5205 |
| 1990s | #6530 |
| 2000s | #10667 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nairobi are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nairobi 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 Nairobi in 2025?
- Nairobi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nairobi most popular?
- Nairobi peaked in 1971, reaching #4907 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nairobi with classmates?
- Nairobi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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