Boys name · Kentucky
Daniel in Kentucky
Daniel was the 52nd most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 79 babies named Daniel that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 21,043 babies Daniel.
Popularity over time
Daniel in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 10 | 92nd |
| 1926 | 71 | 73rd |
| 1943 | 107 | 55th |
| 1959 | 247 | 36th |
| 1976 | 312 | 19th |
| 1992 | 272 | 23rd |
| 2009 | 135 | 47th |
| 2025 | 79 | 52nd |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky climbed from 92nd in 1910 to 52nd in 2025.
The most babies named Daniel in Kentucky in a single year was 445, in 1982. Its best showing was 14th among boys names in 1985.
Across the country, Daniel reached its best rank of #1 in California (1994). See Daniel in every state →
How popular is Daniel in Kentucky?
Daniel was the 52nd most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 79 babies named Daniel that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 21,043 babies Daniel.
How many babies are named Daniel in Kentucky?
In 2025, 79 babies were named Daniel in Kentucky. The most babies named Daniel in Kentucky in a single year was 445, in 1982.
What is the rank of Daniel in Kentucky?
Daniel ranked 52nd among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 14th among boys names in 1985.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.