Zulu
boy nameZulu entered the US charts in 2021, peaked at #8825 in 2021, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2021–2025
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rank today
#8825
peak (2021)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2020s | #8825 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Zulu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Zulu is a kid of about 4 — 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 Zulu in 2025?
- Zulu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Zulu most popular?
- Zulu peaked in 2021, reaching #8825 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zulu with classmates?
- Zulu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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