Kento
boy name#9714 in 2025Kento entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #3166 in 1990, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
#9714
rank today
#3166
peak (1990)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6251 |
| 1990s | #4689 |
| 2000s | #5968 |
| 2010s | #5187 |
| 2020s | #7027 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kento has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Kento are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kento alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kento in 2025?
- Kento ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kento most popular?
- Kento peaked in 1990, reaching #3166 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kento with classmates?
- Kento will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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