Kess
Girl nameKess has been given to 63 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It peaked in 1997.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
63
Peak year
1997 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1995
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kess — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kess.
Sibling name ideas for Kess
Same era and popularity as Kess, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kess?
Kess has been given to 63 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kess peak?
Kess peaked in 1997, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Kess a girl or boy name?
Kess is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kess are girls).
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