Kenja
Girl nameKenja has been given to 51 babies in the U.S. since 1969. It peaked in 1976.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
51
Peak year
1976 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1969
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kenja — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kenja.
Sibling name ideas for Kenja
Same era and popularity as Kenja, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kenja?
Kenja has been given to 51 babies in the U.S. since 1969. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kenja peak?
Kenja peaked in 1976, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Kenja a girl or boy name?
Kenja is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kenja are girls).
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