Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Khalil.
National Rank (2025)
#384
All-Time Peak Rank
#251 (1995)
Total U.S. Births
25,021
Unisex Distribution99.3% Boy / 0.7% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Khalil Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Khalil
According to SSA data, Khalil achieved its highest historical rank of #251 in 1995. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2020 with 1,233 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 32.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 62 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Khalil scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+32.4% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,233Births in 2020
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
62Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:5
1960s:68
1970s:363
1980s:800
1990s:4,926
2000s:5,826
2010s:6,922
2020s:6,111
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesKha-lil
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with K, a letter used by only 7.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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📍 Authentic State & Regional Rankings
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