How Many People Are Named Kenta?

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

Kenta
Very Rare
Japanese

Kenta means 'sincere' in Japanese, making it a rare gem among names. Only 684 people named Kenta live in the US today, representing just 1 in 482,457 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1977 but has since seen a decline.

~684
Living in US
1 in 482,457
Americans
1977
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Sincere
🌐
Origin
Japanese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Honest Determined Confident
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 symbolizes harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

9,612
Worldwide Bearers
#62,937
Global Rank
🇯🇵 Japan
8,193
🇺🇸 United States
390
🇹🇭 Thailand
332
🇮🇳 India
208
🇮🇩 Indonesia
80
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
42
🇵🇭 Philippines
40
🇸🇪 Sweden
33
🇦🇺 Australia
30
🇨🇦 Canada
29

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
679 (99%)
♀ Female
5 (1%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 30
342
Would be under 30 (48%)
367
Would be 30–60 (52%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 709 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: 1977

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
84
Classic Feel
42
Modern Appeal
78
International
96

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

📜 Kenta Through the Generations

Kenta, a name that's been around for decades yet remains uncommon, has seen its peak in 1977 with 48 births. Today, it's considered very rare, with only 684 individuals bearing the name in the United States. Interestingly, a significant portion of those named Kenta are under 30, indicating that it's a relatively modern choice. With an average age of 30, Kenta stands out as a name that's still gaining traction among younger generations, despite its overall declining trend.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 77
Louisiana 6
New York 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Kenta's Japanese roots

📄 About the Name Kenta

How Many People Have the Name Kenta?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 684 people in the United States currently share the name Kenta. That works out to roughly 1 in every 482,457 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Kenta a Common or Rare Name?

Kenta 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 Kenta Mean?

Kenta means "sincere" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Kenta in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.

When Was Kenta Most Popular?

The name Kenta reached peak popularity in 1977, with 48 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Kenta?

Approximately 684 people named Kenta live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 709. That works out to roughly 1 in 482,457 Americans.

Is Kenta a rare name?

Kenta is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 482,457 Americans has this name.

What does the name Kenta mean?

Kenta means "sincere" and comes from Japanese origins.

Is Kenta more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Kenta are male and 1% are female.

When was Kenta most popular?

Kenta peaked in 1977 with 48 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US684
All-Time Births709
1 in X1 in 482,457
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age30
Peak Year1977
World Rank#62,937
Male %99%
Female %1%

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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.