Kestrel
Girl nameKestrel has been given to 339 babies in the U.S. since 1985. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 100,454 girls was named Kestrel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
339
Peak year
2023 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1985
10-year trend
▲ +45%
Gender split
92% girls / 8% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kestrel.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kestrel?
Kestrel has been given to 339 babies in the U.S. since 1985. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kestrel peak?
Kestrel peaked in 2023, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Kestrel a girl or boy name?
Kestrel is primarily a girl name (92% of babies named Kestrel are girls).
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