Kennedy
girl name#85 in 2025Kennedy entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #54 in 2014, ranks #85 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1957–2025
#85
rank today
#54
peak (2014)
2,933
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #6086 |
| 1960s | #6634 |
| 1970s | #8845 |
| 1980s | #6032 |
| 1990s | #1164 |
| 2000s | #123 |
| 2010s | #71 |
| 2020s | #77 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kennedy has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 93,000 people named Kennedy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kennedy alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kennedy in 2025?
- Kennedy ranks #85 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,933 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kennedy most popular?
- Kennedy peaked in 2014, reaching #54 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kennedy with classmates?
- Kennedy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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