Sakai
boy name#1393 in 2025Sakai entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #1393 in 2025, ranks #1393 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1998–2025
#1393
rank today
#1393
peak (2025)
131
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9772 |
| 2000s | #7571 |
| 2010s | #8000 |
| 2020s | #2853 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sakai has been most popular in PA, GA, TX.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Sakai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sakai is a kid of about 3 — 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 Sakai in 2025?
- Sakai ranks #1393 among US boy names in 2025, with 131 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sakai most popular?
- Sakai peaked in 2025, reaching #1393 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sakai with classmates?
- Sakai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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