How Many People Are Named Kael?
Complete statistics for the name Kael: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Kael means 'battle' in Gaelic, fitting for a very rare name given to just 3,756 people in the US today, or 1 in 87,859 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 2009 but has since been declining, with most people named Kael being under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 11 represents a powerful spiritual force, emphasizing intuition and insight.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 17All 3,807 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2009Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Kael Through the Generations
Kael, a name that's seen its peak and now shows signs of fading, was most popular in 2009 when 251 babies were given this moniker. Today, the majority of those named Kael are young, with 3,573 under 30 years old, compared to only 234 aged between 30 and 60. This trend reflects a name that's become less fashionable over time, yet still holds a special place among younger generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Kael's Gaelic roots
📄 About the Name Kael
How Many People Have the Name Kael?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,756 people in the United States currently share the name Kael. That works out to roughly 1 in every 87,859 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Kael a Common or Rare Name?
Kael is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Kael Mean?
Kael means "battle" and comes from Gaelic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Kael in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Kael Most Popular?
The name Kael reached peak popularity in 2009, with 251 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Kael?
Approximately 3,756 people named Kael live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,807. That works out to roughly 1 in 87,859 Americans.
Is Kael a rare name?
Kael is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 87,859 Americans has this name.
What does the name Kael mean?
Kael means "battle" and comes from Gaelic origins.
Is Kael more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Kael are male and 0% are female.
When was Kael most popular?
Kael peaked in 2009 with 251 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.