Kess

Pronunciation: [ k-EHS ]

Kess is a girl baby name. Ranked #53,740 in the US.

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Girl Name #53,740 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Kess is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-EHS.

Parents who love the name Kess often also consider Jazzmaine, Davelle, Kayhla .

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Historical Record

Kess first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.

Over 63 babies have been named Kess in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Kess is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #53,740 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#53,740
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#53,740
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kess

Is Kess a boy or girl name?
Kess is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Kess?
Kess is pronounced k-EHS.
How popular is the name Kess?
Kess is currently ranked #53740 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Kess a common or rare name?
Kess is an uncommon name, ranked #53740 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Kess?
Kess pairs well with Jazzmaine, Davelle, Kayhla, Aleyia in style and sound.

About the Name Kess

Kess is a girl name .

Kess is currently ranked #53,740 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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