Kempton
Pronunciation: [ k-EHMPT-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kempton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 237 babies have been named Kempton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kempton is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,152 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,152
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Kempton
Kempton is a boy name .
Kempton is currently ranked #8,152 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kempton include Kem, Kemp, Kempy, Kempie, Ton, Tony, Tonie, Key, Keie, and Kemkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kempton include Kemper . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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