Kail
Boy nameKail has been given to 642 babies in the U.S. since 1962. It peaked in 2008.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
642
Peak year
2008 (44 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1962
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
6% girls / 94% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kail — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kail.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kail?
Kail has been given to 642 babies in the U.S. since 1962. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kail peak?
Kail peaked in 2008, when 44 babies were given the name.
Is Kail a girl or boy name?
Kail is primarily a boy name (94% of babies named Kail are boys).
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