Rahul
boy name#8910 in 2025Rahul entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #818 in 2000, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1966–2025
#8910
rank today
#818
peak (2000)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3631 |
| 1970s | #2153 |
| 1980s | #1538 |
| 1990s | #1224 |
| 2000s | #1285 |
| 2010s | #4900 |
| 2020s | #8749 |
Living bearers
About 3,200 people named Rahul are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rahul 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 Rahul in 2025?
- Rahul ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rahul most popular?
- Rahul peaked in 2000, reaching #818 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rahul with classmates?
- Rahul will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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