Kengo
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kengo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 66 babies have been named Kengo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kengo is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,671 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,671
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Old English origin
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Old Germanic origin
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Latin origin
"excellence, superior quality"
#38,796 in US
Old English origin
"meadow by the bow or bend"
#38,855 in US
Old French origin
"one who lives or works in the forest"
#38,659 in US
Latin (via Augustus) origin
"great, venerable"
#38,857 in US
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About the Name Kengo
Kengo is a boy name .
Kengo is currently ranked #38,671 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kengo include Ken, Key, and Kenie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis