Kien
boy name#6446 in 2025Kien entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #3636 in 2004, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
#6446
rank today
#3636
peak (2004)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5750 |
| 1990s | #6609 |
| 2000s | #5567 |
| 2010s | #5133 |
| 2020s | #5564 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kien has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Kien are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kien alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kien in 2025?
- Kien ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kien most popular?
- Kien peaked in 2004, reaching #3636 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kien with classmates?
- Kien will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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