Kento
Kento is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,743 in the US, popular nicknames include Ken, Key, and Kenie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kento first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 517 babies have been named Kento in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kento is past its peak , currently ranked #7,743 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,743
- Total SSA Count
- 11
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Kento
Kento is a boy name .
Kento is currently ranked #7,743 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kento include Ken, Key, and Kenie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kento include Kent, Kentrell, Kenton . 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