Kentaro
boy nameKentaro entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #3559 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#3559
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4542 |
| 1980s | #4958 |
| 1990s | #5605 |
| 2000s | #6814 |
| 2010s | #10865 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Kentaro are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kentaro alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kentaro in 2025?
- Kentaro is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kentaro most popular?
- Kentaro peaked in 1995, reaching #3559 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kentaro with classmates?
- Kentaro will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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