Kenita
Kenita is a girl baby name. Ranked #47,691 in the US, popular nicknames include Ken, Key, and Kenie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kenita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 354 babies have been named Kenita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kenita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,691 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,691
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Kenita
Kenita is a girl name .
Kenita is currently ranked #47,691 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kenita include Ken, Key, Kenie, and Keniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kenita include Kenia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis