Kunal
Kunal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kunal
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit कुणाल (kuṇāla).
How popular is Kunal?
Since 1880, 1,259 boys in the U.S. have been named Kunal. Its highest rank for boys was #1304 in 1983. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Kunal FAQ
What does the name Kunal mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit कुणाल (kuṇāla).
What is the origin of the name Kunal?
Kunal is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Kunal?
Since 1880, 1,259 boys in the U.S. have been named Kunal. Its highest rank for boys was #1304 in 1983. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kunal a boy or girl name?
Kunal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,259 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.