Kenita
Girl nameKenita has been given to 354 babies in the U.S. since 1954. It peaked in 1979.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
354
Peak year
1979 (25 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1954
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kenita — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kenita.
Sibling name ideas for Kenita
Same era and popularity as Kenita, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kenita?
Kenita has been given to 354 babies in the U.S. since 1954. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kenita peak?
Kenita peaked in 1979, when 25 babies were given the name.
Is Kenita a girl or boy name?
Kenita is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kenita are girls).
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