Kente
boy nameKente entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #2361 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#2361
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3458 |
| 1980s | #3838 |
| 1990s | #8054 |
| 2000s | #9243 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kente are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kente alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kente in 2025?
- Kente is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kente most popular?
- Kente peaked in 1977, reaching #2361 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kente with classmates?
- Kente will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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