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Keno

Boy name

Keno has been given to 617 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It peaked in 1975. In 2025, about 1 in 142,340 boys was named Keno.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

617

Peak year

1975 (22 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1947

10-year trend

▲ +33%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Keno — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Keno.

FAQ

How popular is the name Keno?

Keno has been given to 617 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Keno peak?

Keno peaked in 1975, when 22 babies were given the name.

Is Keno a girl or boy name?

Keno is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Keno are boys).

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