Kene
Boy nameKene has been given to 33 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It peaked in 1978.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
33
Peak year
1978 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1978
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
15% girls / 85% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kene — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kene.
Sibling name ideas for Kene
Same era and popularity as Kene, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kene?
Kene has been given to 33 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kene peak?
Kene peaked in 1978, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Kene a girl or boy name?
Kene is primarily a boy name (85% of babies named Kene are boys).
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