Kanta
boy nameKanta entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #5123 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#5123
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5123 |
| 2000s | #9400 |
| 2010s | #11768 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kanta are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kanta alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kanta in 2025?
- Kanta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kanta most popular?
- Kanta peaked in 1977, reaching #5123 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kanta with classmates?
- Kanta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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