Kaneka
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kaneka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 54 babies have been named Kaneka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaneka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,797 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,797
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Hebrew/Semitic origin
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Greek origin
"moon goddess"
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About the Name Kaneka
Kaneka is a girl name .
Kaneka is currently ranked #27,797 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kaneka include Kan, Kane, Kaney, Kaneie, Kay, Kaie, and Kankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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