Nakai
boy name#2258 in 2025Nakai entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #2258 in 2025, ranks #2258 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
#2258
rank today
#2258
peak (2025)
62
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3748 |
| 1990s | #5813 |
| 2000s | #4086 |
| 2010s | #3590 |
| 2020s | #2784 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nakai has been most popular in NY, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Nakai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nakai is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nakai in 2025?
- Nakai ranks #2258 among US boy names in 2025, with 62 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nakai most popular?
- Nakai peaked in 2025, reaching #2258 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nakai with classmates?
- Nakai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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