Kensington
girl name#2822 in 2025Kensington entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #972 in 2015, ranks #2822 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
#2822
rank today
#972
peak (2015)
60
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7225 |
| 2000s | #3916 |
| 2010s | #1276 |
| 2020s | #2329 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kensington has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,900 people named Kensington are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kensington is a kid of about 10 — 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 Kensington in 2025?
- Kensington ranks #2822 among US girl names in 2025, with 60 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kensington most popular?
- Kensington peaked in 2015, reaching #972 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kensington with classmates?
- Kensington will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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