Kenia
girl name#1250 in 2025Kenia entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #643 in 2012, ranks #1250 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1961–2025
#1250
rank today
#643
peak (2012)
179
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5530 |
| 1970s | #3525 |
| 1980s | #2182 |
| 1990s | #1004 |
| 2000s | #934 |
| 2010s | #888 |
| 2020s | #1024 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kenia has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 10,000 people named Kenia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kenia alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kenia in 2025?
- Kenia ranks #1250 among US girl names in 2025, with 179 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kenia most popular?
- Kenia peaked in 2012, reaching #643 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kenia with classmates?
- Kenia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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