King
Male name · ★ Classic
8,203
Total Births
2017
Peak Year
#267
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name King
King is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 8,203 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2010s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 479 births |
| 1890s | 526 births |
| 1900s | 602 births |
| 1910s | 568 births |
| 1920s | 476 births |
| 1930s | 361 births |
| 1940s | 337 births |
| 1950s | 264 births |
| 1960s | 53 births |
| 2000s | 489 births |
| 2010s | 2,968 births |
| 2020s | 1,080 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name King?
King has been given to 8,203 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2017 with 361 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #267.
Is King a boy or girl name?
King is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was King most popular?
King was most popular in 2017, when 361 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name King?
King first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).