How Many People Are Named Lakenya?
Complete statistics for the name Lakenya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lakenya is a very rare female name, with only 1,634 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 201,934 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1979 with 87 births, showing a declining trend since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 1,683 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: 1979Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lakenya Through the Generations
Lakenya has seen its most significant presence in the late 20th century, particularly in 1979 when it reached its peak with 87 births. Over the decades, the name has maintained a steady but declining presence, with the majority of those named Lakenya falling within the 30-60 age range, indicating a generation that embraced this unique moniker. Today, Lakenya remains a name that stands out, with fewer than 2,000 living bearers in the US, reflecting its status as a niche choice among parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lakenya's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Lakenya
How Many People Have the Name Lakenya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,634 people in the United States currently share the name Lakenya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 201,934 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lakenya a Common or Rare Name?
Lakenya 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 Lakenya Mean?
Lakenya means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lakenya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Lakenya Most Popular?
The name Lakenya reached peak popularity in 1979, with 87 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 Lakenya?
Approximately 1,634 people named Lakenya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,683. That works out to roughly 1 in 201,934 Americans.
Is Lakenya a rare name?
Lakenya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 201,934 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lakenya mean?
Lakenya means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Lakenya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Lakenya are male and 100% are female.
When was Lakenya most popular?
Lakenya peaked in 1979 with 87 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.