Kenan
boy name#1145 in 2025Kenan entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #966 in 1997, ranks #1145 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1947–2025
#1145
rank today
#966
peak (1997)
184
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3712 |
| 1950s | #2924 |
| 1960s | #2587 |
| 1970s | #2160 |
| 1980s | #1777 |
| 1990s | #1454 |
| 2000s | #1399 |
| 2010s | #1532 |
| 2020s | #1251 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kenan has been most popular in NY, MI, CA.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Kenan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kenan alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 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 ranks #1145 among US boy names in 2025, with 184 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kenan most popular?
- Kenan peaked in 1997, reaching #966 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kenan with classmates?
- Kenan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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