How popular is the name Kem in 2025?

Kem is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Kem most popular?

Kem peaked in 1956, reaching #924 among US boy names.

Kem will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Kem entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #924 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#924

peak (1956)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Kem are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Kem alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Kem in 2025?: Kem is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Kem most popular?: Kem peaked in 1956, reaching #924 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Kem with classmates?: Kem will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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