Kenan
girl nameKenan entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #8588 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#8588
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10677 |
| 1990s | #8588 |
| 2000s | #15462 |
| 2010s | #16992 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kenan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kenan alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kenan in 2025?
- Kenan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kenan most popular?
- Kenan peaked in 1991, reaching #8588 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kenan with classmates?
- Kenan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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