Kentucky
Pronunciation: [ k-uhnt-UHK-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Kentucky first appeared in US Social Security records in 2018.
Over 5 babies have been named Kentucky in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kentucky is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #44,182 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #44,182
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kentucky
Kentucky is a boy name .
Kentucky is currently ranked #44,182 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kentucky include Ken, Key, Kenie, and Kentie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kentucky include Kent, Kentrell, Kenton . 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)
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