Kensei
boy nameKensei entered the US charts in 2006, peaked at #8781 in 2014, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2006–2025
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rank today
#8781
peak (2014)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #12055 |
| 2010s | #9879 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kensei are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kensei is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kensei in 2025?
- Kensei is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kensei most popular?
- Kensei peaked in 2014, reaching #8781 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kensei with classmates?
- Kensei will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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