How Many People Are Named Kenichiro?

Complete statistics for the name Kenichiro: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Kenichiro
Very Rare
Japanese

Kenichiro means 'brave and wise' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 33,738,882 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 10 people bearing it today. The name peaked in popularity in 1996, showing its modern roots.

~10
Living in US
1 in 33,738,882
Americans
1996
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Brave and wise
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Courageous Intelligent Determined Thoughtful
11
Life Path Number

Life-path number 11 is often associated with spiritual insight and visionary leadership.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

159,645
Worldwide Bearers
#6,582
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
159,281
🇺🇸 United States
170
🇹🇭 Thailand
84
🇧🇷 Brazil
42
🇨🇦 Canada
10
🇧🇪 Belgium
8
🇬🇧 England
7
🇨🇳 China
6
🇲🇾 Malaysia
6
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
10 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 26
5
Would be under 30 (50%)
5
Would be 30–60 (50%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 10 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1996

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
8
Classic Feel
20
Modern Appeal
80
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Kenichiro Through the Generations

Kenichiro, a name that carries the essence of bravery and wisdom, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1996 when five babies were given this name. Today, there are ten individuals named Kenichiro, with most being under 30 years old, indicating its status as a genuinely modern choice. This distribution suggests that Kenichiro is a name that continues to be embraced by younger generations, maintaining its relevance and uniqueness.

✨ Similar Names to Kenichiro

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Kenichiro's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Kenichiro

How Many People Have the Name Kenichiro?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 10 people in the United States currently share the name Kenichiro. That works out to roughly 1 in every 33,738,882 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Kenichiro a Common or Rare Name?

Kenichiro is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Kenichiro Mean?

Kenichiro means "brave and wise" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Kenichiro in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Kenichiro Most Popular?

The name Kenichiro reached peak popularity in 1996, with 5 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Kenichiro?

Approximately 10 people named Kenichiro live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 10. That works out to roughly 1 in 33,738,882 Americans.

Is Kenichiro a rare name?

Kenichiro is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 33,738,882 Americans has this name.

What does the name Kenichiro mean?

Kenichiro means "brave and wise" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Kenichiro more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Kenichiro are male and 0% are female.

When was Kenichiro most popular?

Kenichiro peaked in 1996 with 5 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US10
All-Time Births10
1 in X1 in 33,738,882
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age26
Peak Year1996
World Rank#6,582
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.