Kenobi
Pronunciation: [ k-uhn-OHB-ee ]
Kenobi is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,940 in the US, popular nicknames include Ken, Key, and Kenie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kenobi first appeared in US Social Security records in 2020.
Over 53 babies have been named Kenobi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kenobi is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #8,940 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,940
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
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About the Name Kenobi
Kenobi is a boy name .
Kenobi is currently ranked #8,940 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kenobi include Ken, Key, Kenie, and Kenoie. 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)
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