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By Pamela Redmond · Jul 2026

Kestrel

OriginEnglish, bird name
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Kestrel as a boy's name
NB Rank#1544

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The name Kestrel peaked for girls at #6299 in 2019. The name is most popular in KESTREL. Kestrel is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

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