Ekene

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Boy Name #14,837 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Ekene is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Ekene often also consider Atrick, Emilia, Dam .

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Historical Record

Ekene first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.

Over 26 babies have been named Ekene in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Ekene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,837 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#14,837
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#14,837
Total SSA Count
7

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Ekene is also used as a girl name, ranked #52541.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ekene

Is Ekene a boy or girl name?
Ekene is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #14837. As a girl name, it is ranked #52541. Ekene is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Ekene?
Ekene is currently ranked #14837 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ekene?
Common nicknames for Ekene include Eke, Eky, Ekie, and Ekekins.
Is Ekene a common or rare name?
Ekene is an uncommon name, ranked #14837 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Ekene?
Ekene pairs well with Atrick, Emilia, Dam, Lehman in style and sound.

About the Name Ekene

Ekene is a boy name .

Is Ekene a boy or girl name? Ekene is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #14,837 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #52,541. Ekene is more commonly used as a boy name.

Ekene is currently ranked #14,837 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Ekene include Eke, Eky, Ekie, and Ekekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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