Kester
Pronunciation: [ k-EHST-er ]
Kester is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,839 in the US, popular nicknames include Kes, Key, and Kesie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kester first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 131 babies have been named Kester in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kester is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,839 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,839
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Kester
Kester is a boy name .
Kester is currently ranked #13,839 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kester include Kes, Key, Kesie, and Kestie. 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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