Kesten
Pronunciation: [ k-EHS-uhn ]
Kesten is a boy baby name. Ranked #10,857 in the US, popular nicknames include Kes, Key, and Kesie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Kesten first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 8 babies have been named Kesten in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kesten is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #10,857 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,857
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Kesten
Kesten is a boy name .
Kesten is currently ranked #10,857 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kesten include Kes, Key, Kesie, and Kestie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis