boy name
King
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#405 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of King in the US, 1880–2025
King first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2017, when 2,696 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 786.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is King a boy or a girl name?
King is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name King?
In 2025, King ranked #405 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name King most popular?
King was most popular in 2017, when about 2,696 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.