Kennon
boy name#5861 in 2025Kennon entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #1435 in 1964, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#5861
rank today
#1435
peak (1964)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2732 |
| 1920s | #3348 |
| 1930s | #3038 |
| 1940s | #2429 |
| 1950s | #2029 |
| 1960s | #1809 |
| 1970s | #1979 |
| 1980s | #2372 |
| 1990s | #3058 |
| 2000s | #4193 |
| 2010s | #5211 |
| 2020s | #6231 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kennon has been most popular in LA.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Kennon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kennon alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kennon in 2025?
- Kennon ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kennon most popular?
- Kennon peaked in 1964, reaching #1435 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kennon with classmates?
- Kennon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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