Kojak
Pronunciation: [ k-OHJ-ak ]
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Kojak first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 15 babies have been named Kojak in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kojak is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,875 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,875
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kojak
Kojak is a boy name .
Kojak is currently ranked #27,875 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kojak include Koj, Koy, Koie, and Kojkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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