Zak
boy name#6803 in 2025Zak entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #1909 in 1988, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
#6803
rank today
#1909
peak (1988)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3397 |
| 1970s | #2963 |
| 1980s | #2998 |
| 1990s | #2670 |
| 2000s | #2684 |
| 2010s | #2917 |
| 2020s | #4517 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zak has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Zak are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zak alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zak in 2025?
- Zak ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zak most popular?
- Zak peaked in 1988, reaching #1909 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zak with classmates?
- Zak will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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