KEN
The meaning of the unisex name Ken is ROYAL OBLIGATION: ABBREVIATION OF NAMES BEGINNING WITH KEN-.
Details on KEN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Royal obligation: abbreviation of names beginning with ken-
- Popularity for Boy:
- 7,388th in the USA (top 25%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 24,693rd in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
36 births
KEN as a BOY in 2024
5 births
KEN as a GIRL in 1990
The meaning(s) of KEN:
The name Ken is a Welsh baby name. In Welsh the meaning of the name Ken is: Clear water.
The name Ken is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Ken is: Clear water.
The name Ken is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Ken is: Royal obligation.Abbreviation of names beginning with'Ken-'.
The name Ken is a Japanese baby name. In Japanese the meaning of the name Ken is: Strong;physically healthy.
The name Ken is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Ken is: Handsome.Root of the surname MacKenzie.Famous Bearer: Kenneth Grahame (1859- 1932), author of The Wind in the Willows.
USA SSA birth(s) for KEN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name KEN
KEN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 36 births |
| 2023 | 37 births |
| 2022 | 50 births |
| 2021 | 52 births |
| 2020 | 56 births |
| 2019 | 51 births |
| 2018 | 62 births |
| 2017 | 63 births |
| 2016 | 90 births |
| 2015 | 87 births |
| 2014 | 84 births |
| 2013 | 75 births |
| 2012 | 107 births |
| 2011 | 88 births |
| 2010 | 68 births |
| 2009 | 104 births |
KEN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 births |
| 1975 | 5 births |
| 1970 | 5 births |
| 1962 | 5 births |
| 1961 | 5 births |
About the name KEN
Ken, a name of gentle strength and subtle charm, has roots that traverse cultures and time. Derived from the Old English word “cyning,” meaning "king," it evokes a sense of nobility and leadership. In Japanese, Ken (健) translates to "healthy" or "strong," imbuing the name with a spirit of vitality and resilience. This versatile name graces many shores, from the bustling streets of Japan to the serene landscapes of Scotland, where it has deep ties as a diminutive of Kenneth, meaning "born of fire." In the United States and Canada, Ken has been embraced as a classic, timeless choice, evoking warmth and familiarity. Symbolically, it conjures images of guidance and protection, a beacon of strength in the lives of those who bear it. A name that harmonizes tradition with modernity, Ken offers a beautiful balance, making it an appealing choice for a child destined to lead with kindness and courage.
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