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Current rank (2025)#10695
Babies named Kiel in 20256
Total recorded2,535
Peak year1983 (279 babies)
Highest rank ever#503
Years in records1961–2025 (59 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 3994 spots

Frequently asked about Kiel

What does the name Kiel mean?
Kiel means “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Kiel?
Kiel has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning”.
How popular is Kiel?
Kiel ranked #10695 in 2025 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Kiel most popular?
Kiel peaked in 1983 with 279 babies registered that year.
Is Kiel a boy or girl name?
Kiel is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kiels in registered births are male.
Is the name Kiel rising or falling in popularity?
Kiel has fallen 3994 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6701 in 2020 to #10695 in 2025.
How long has Kiel been recorded?
Kiel appears in birth records across 59 years — from 1961 through 2025.

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