Kasten

Pronunciation: [ k-AST-uhn ]

Kasten is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,281 in the US, popular nicknames include Kas, Kay, and Kasie.

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Boy Name #12,281 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Kasten is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AST-uhn.

Parents who love the name Kasten often also consider Clanton, Clearance, Esquire .

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Historical Record

Kasten first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.

Over 221 babies have been named Kasten in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Kasten is past its peak , currently ranked #12,281 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#12,281
Current Rank
Peaked 2012 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#12,281
Total SSA Count
8

Nicknames

Kas Kay Kasie Kastie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kasten

Is Kasten a boy or girl name?
Kasten is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kasten?
Kasten is pronounced k-AST-uhn.
How popular is the name Kasten?
Kasten is currently ranked #12281 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kasten?
Common nicknames for Kasten include Kas, Kay, Kasie, and Kastie.
Is Kasten a common or rare name?
Kasten is an uncommon name, ranked #12281 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Kasten?
Kasten pairs well with Clanton, Clearance, Esquire, Avren in style and sound.

About the Name Kasten

Kasten is a boy name .

Kasten is currently ranked #12,281 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kasten include Kas, Kay, Kasie, and Kastie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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