Kenichi
Pronunciation: [ k-ehn-EECH-ee ]
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Kenichi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 102 babies have been named Kenichi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kenichi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,103 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,103
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Kenichi
Kenichi is a boy name .
Kenichi is currently ranked #19,103 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kenichi include Ken, Keni, Keniy, Keniie, Chi, Chiy, Chiie, Key, Keie, and Kenkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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