Kennet
boy nameKennet entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #2295 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1938–2025
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rank today
#2295
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2868 |
| 1950s | #3362 |
| 1960s | #3369 |
| 1970s | #4372 |
| 1980s | #5933 |
| 1990s | #7770 |
| 2000s | #8980 |
| 2010s | #11248 |
| 2020s | #10958 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kennet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kennet alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kennet in 2025?
- Kennet is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kennet most popular?
- Kennet peaked in 1959, reaching #2295 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kennet with classmates?
- Kennet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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