Kilo
Boy nameKilo has been given to 116 babies in the U.S. since 1990. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 boys was named Kilo.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
116
Peak year
2023 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1990
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kilo — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kilo.
Sibling name ideas for Kilo
Same era and popularity as Kilo, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kilo?
Kilo has been given to 116 babies in the U.S. since 1990. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kilo peak?
Kilo peaked in 2023, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Kilo a girl or boy name?
Kilo is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Kilo are boys).
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