Kohl
Pronunciation: [ k-OHL ]
Kohl is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,696 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kohl first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 1,742 babies have been named Kohl in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kohl is past its peak , currently ranked #8,696 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,696
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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