Kweli
Boy nameKweli has been given to 239 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 2003.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
239
Peak year
2003 (34 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
5% girls / 95% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kweli — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kweli.
Sibling name ideas for Kweli
Same era and popularity as Kweli, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kweli?
Kweli has been given to 239 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kweli peak?
Kweli peaked in 2003, when 34 babies were given the name.
Is Kweli a girl or boy name?
Kweli is primarily a boy name (95% of babies named Kweli are boys).
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