Kene
Kene is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,644 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 28 babies have been named Kene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,644 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,644
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Also a Girl Name
Kene is also used as a girl name, ranked #57849.
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About the Name Kene
Kene is a boy name .
Is Kene a boy or girl name? Kene is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,644 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #57,849. Kene is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kene is currently ranked #26,644 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kene include Kenneth, Kendrick, Kenzo, Kenai, Kenji . 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