Neko
boy name#3379 in 2025Neko entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #2439 in 2021, ranks #3379 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1969–2025
#3379
rank today
#2439
peak (2021)
34
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4404 |
| 1980s | #4083 |
| 1990s | #4153 |
| 2000s | #3919 |
| 2010s | #3427 |
| 2020s | #3261 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Neko has been most popular in CA, MI.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Neko are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Neko alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Neko in 2025?
- Neko ranks #3379 among US boy names in 2025, with 34 babies given the name.
- When was the name Neko most popular?
- Neko peaked in 2021, reaching #2439 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Neko with classmates?
- Neko will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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