Kenton
boy name#1753 in 2025Kenton entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #586 in 1958, ranks #1753 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1912–2025
#1753
rank today
#586
peak (1958)
92
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1802 |
| 1920s | #1591 |
| 1930s | #1093 |
| 1940s | #823 |
| 1950s | #623 |
| 1960s | #659 |
| 1970s | #859 |
| 1980s | #766 |
| 1990s | #924 |
| 2000s | #1206 |
| 2010s | #1239 |
| 2020s | #1800 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kenton has been most popular in PA, OH, KY.
Living bearers
About 9,400 people named Kenton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kenton alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kenton in 2025?
- Kenton ranks #1753 among US boy names in 2025, with 92 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kenton most popular?
- Kenton peaked in 1958, reaching #586 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kenton with classmates?
- Kenton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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